Massachusetts Drug Trafficking Laws, Charges & Penalties
Drug trafficking is a very serious charge in Massachusetts, with considerable penalties if found guilty under the Massachusetts drug laws. These are felony charges that typically end up being indicted in Superior court, so the stakes are high. And you don’t have to be some rich drug lord to be charged with this offense. The quantities are not that large for such a serious offense.
You can also be wrongly charged just for being in the wrong place at the wrong time with the wrong people. But you have rights that need to be protected and defended no matter what. Please call me for a consultation on any felony drug charge in Massachusetts.
Some examples of potential trafficking penalties:
Trafficking of Heroin (Class A Substance)
- trafficking from 14 grams up to 28 grams : mandatory minimum of 5 years to 20 years in prison
- trafficking from 28 grams up to 100 grams : mandatory minimum of 7 years to 20 years in prison
- trafficking from 100 grams up to 200 grams : mandatory minimum of 10 years to 20 years in prison
- trafficking 200 grams or more : mandatory minimum of 15 years to 20 years in prison
Trafficking of Cocaine (Class B Substance)
- trafficking from 14 grams up to 28 grams : mandatory minimum of 3 to 15 years in prison
- trafficking from 28 grams up to 100 grams : mandatory minimum of 5 to 20 years in prison
- trafficking from 100 grams up to 200 grams : mandatory minimum of 10 to 20 years in prison
- trafficking 200 grams or more : mandatory minimum of 15 to 20 years in prison
Trafficking of Marijuana (Class D Substance)
- trafficking from 50 lbs up to 100 lbs : mandatory minimum of 1 year, up to 15 years in prison
- trafficking from 100 lbs up to 2000 lbs : mandatory minimum of 3 years to 15 years in prison
- trafficking from 2000 lbs up to 10,000 lbs : mandatory minimum of 5 years to 15 years in prison
- trafficking 10,000 lbs or more : mandatory minimum of 10 years to 15 years in prison
Drug Trafficking Defense Strategies
A drug trafficking defense almost always starts with motions to suppress the evidence based on an illegal search. If there is not a search warrant, there are a number of elements the police must have to establish probable cause. It is not uncommon for the police search first, and determine the reasons after the fact.
I’ll take your rights seriously, and I’m prepared to mount a vigorous defense of our individual liberties under the the Massachusetts and the United States Constitution.
Free Legal Consultation on Massachusetts Drug Laws
If you are charged with drug trafficking, drug distribution / intent to distribute, dealing, or simple possession, you need an experienced criminal attorney to work you and protect your rights under the Massachusetts drug laws, whether you intent to fight the charges at trial, or want to negotiate a deal with the DA. I am in courts all across Massachusetts every day defending clients accused of criminal charges, including serious drug charges.
By calling, you have nothing to lose. I’ll be happy to talk with you and discuss your case before you decide if you want to hire me. Defending people accused of crimes is what I do for a living. Call to set up a free consultation now.
Call me right away about your Massachusetts Drug trafficking, distribution charge or other criminal case. The sooner an experienced criminal defense lawyer can work to knock down these charges, the more options you’ll have in your defense, and the better your chances of beating a very serious criminal drug trafficking charge.