Charlotte Drug Crime Lawyer

If you’ve been charged with drug possession, drug sales, drug manufacturing, or drug trafficking in federal or state court, you can count on an experienced criminal trial attorney from the Law Offices of David P. Sheehan to represent you. When charged with a drug related crime, it is crucial that you hire a lawyer that regularly in local courts and has ties within the community. We actively assist clients throughout North Carolina, and are based out of Charlotte-Mecklenburg County. If you’ve been charged with any of the following, contact us and a Charlotte-NC criminal lawyer will contact you today:

• Drug Possession
• Drug Sales
• Drug Paraphernalia
• Drug Trafficking
• Drug Manufacturing

In North Carolina, Drug Lawyers and Drug Attorneys must fluently understand the North Carolina Controlled Substances Act, which defines and governs all drug laws including drug possession, drug distribution, drug manufacturing, and drug trafficking. Within this statute, drugs are defined by “Schedules.” Methamphetamines also known as Crystal Meth rank on the top of the list as a Schedule 1 drug along with nearly 100 derivatives. Schedule II drugs are comprised of Raw Opiates and derivatives such as Oxycotin, Morphine, and Hydrocodone. Schedule III drugs include Ketamine (special K) and steroids such as Deca Durabolin and Boldenon. Schedule IV drugs are comprised of most barbiturates and non-narcotic prescription drugs such as Alprazolam (xanax). The lowest of all Schedules is Schedule V drugs which are composed of extremely small doses of certain drugs such as codeine. Whether an individual will be facing a felony or misdemeanor charge depends on a drugs particular schedule and the quantity a person is caught with or held in connection to.

Drug Possession
Drug possession can result in a misdemeanor or felony that can have a serious affect on everyone, from all walks of life. We understand that harsh sentences are NOT the solution to a drug related charge, and are willing to assist everyone from professionals, homemakers, and children who have had the unfortunate experience of coming in contact with law enforcement resulting in a drug related charge. Remember, there are many options available to you once you find legal counsel.

Drug Sales
Individuals who are charged in connection to selling drugs usually face more serious penalties due to a felony charge being brought against them. When an individual is charged with selling drugs, it usually stems from a larger quantity of drugs, certain illicit substances, contraband being found on the scene. Multiple charges can result from these instances such as an additional charge of Possession with the Intent to Distribute. If you are facing a charge of possession of drugs with the intent to distribute, this is a serious crime that usually carries a maximum punishment of a jail sentence. Being caught with contraband such as a firearm will result in an even more severe penalty. These penalties for drug possession and drug sales in connection with the possession of a firearm are very serious and requires a competent lawyer that is willing to spend extra time on your case.

Drug Paraphernalia
Many times when an individual is caught with drugs, they receive an additional charge for the possession of drug paraphernalia. Drug paraphernalia charges can seem unfair, and at times unnecessary. The possession of cigarette papers in connection with the possession of marijuana can result in such as charge. As can the possession of a glass pipe with marijuana, crack, or meth. Paraphernalia charges can results in a misdemeanor or felony drug charge depending on what type of drug is found in the paraphernalia. We understand that these charges not only can be, but are excessive, and we will work hard to minimize your additional charges related to the possession of drug paraphernalia.

Drug Trafficking
Drug Trafficking usually results in a federal indictment and charges being brought in federal court. Many federal drug trafficking and conspiracy cases are regularly heard at Charlotte North Carolina’s federal courthouse due to the location of I-77, I-85, and I-485 connecting several east coast states to one another. Lawyers that work with Mr. Sheehan at the Law Offices of David P. Sheehan are licensed in federal court in the Western District of NC located in Charlotte as well as several other federal courts as well. Federal drug trafficking charges are very serious and not all lawyers and attorneys in Charlotte are licensed in Federal Court. We are ready to assist individuals facing serious federal drug trafficking charges ranging from the transportation of Marijuana to the drug transporation of Cocaine as well as federal RICO charges.

Drug Manufacturing
Drug Manufacturing may be one of the most serious charges that an individual can receive due to the charge of manufacturing being tied to a drug possession charge as well as a potential distribution charge. Individuals are regularly charged with drug manufacturing related crimes for growing marijuana and producing Crystal Meth known as certain Methamphetamines.

Our Criminal Drug Defense is not limited to Charlotte-Mecklenburg County, but Gaston County, Cabarrus County, Lincoln County, Rowan County, and Iredell County as well. Contact the Law Offices of David P. Sheehan to talk to an Attorney today.