Lexington Narcotics Distribution Defense Law Firm
Possession of almost any narcotic (or scheduled drug) can qualify for a drug trafficking charge. In South Carolina state court, the exact quantity of the drug will determine if a possession charge becomes a trafficking charge. Even if the drugs were meant for personal use, you could be charged with trafficking if you are found to have a large enough quantity. In addition, you could be charged with distribution if the drugs were packaged in such a way that would suggest sale — even if you weren't intending to sell them.
The penalties for drug trafficking are severe and include lengthy jail sentences, asset forfeiture and heavy fines. Hiring the Law Offices of Richard J. Breibart, LLC, to protect your rights and represent you in any dealings with authorities can help you avoid losing your home, car, investments, even your freedom. To understand the legal options available to you, schedule a free consultation with a Lexington felony drug charge attorney by calling 866-645-8743 or contacting us online.
Drug Trafficking in South Carolina
The underlying crime is drug possession, and the prosecution does not have to prove an intent to distribute or even transport to charge you with trafficking. To be charged with drug trafficking under South Carolina law, you must be found to possess at least:
- 10 grams of cocaine or crack
- 10 pounds of marijuana
- 4 grams of heroin, morphine or other opiates
- 100 pills of ecstasy or LSD
- 50 milligrams or milliliters of GHB
Challenging Drug Trafficking Charges
Drug trafficking charges almost always involve questions related to constitutional issues and police procedures. Finding credible evidence of drug trafficking is not always an easy or straightforward process. To build their case, authorities often use informants, cutting deals with those involved in exchange for information leading to other arrests. If a tip leads to a house, boat or car being raided, there is no way of knowing for sure if the drugs found were being stored, hidden or moved there without the knowledge of the property owner. And when serious drugs are involved, there are also often issues regarding the chain of custody when taking possession of drugs after an arrest.
Depending on whether your car was pulled over on the highway or an informant passed along information in exchange for a lesser sentence, how evidence is gathered and seized can determine the strength of the case against you. At the Law Offices of Richard J. Breibart, LLC, our South Carolina drug trafficking lawyers will investigate the nature of your arrest, whether it involved a highway stop or a search of your property. We have handled countless drug possession and trafficking cases in both state and federal court. For help through the entire process, contact our office online or call 866-645-8743 to schedule a free consultation.Our law firm serves clients throughout the state, including those from communities such as Columbia, Greenville, Spartanburg and Florence.
