Drug Crimes
If you’re facing drug charges in federal court or in a state court I would strongly suggest that you contact a criminal defense lawyer as fast as you can. If you do not know where to find a criminal defense lawyer I would recommend that you go to www.legalberry.com and find a local attorney that is experienced in defending drug crimes.
Defending a drug charge in federal court is much more difficult than in state court. Whether it is federal or state court the prosecutor must still prove the facts but federal authorities usually do a more thorough job of investigating the case. Due to the nature of must federal cases it is more likely the prosecution might have wire taps of conversations, video and audio surveillance, and financial records that have been reviewed by experts to demonstrate that assets came from illegal drug activity.
When hiring a drug crime defense lawyer remember that experience can make a huge difference. The biggest difference between being charged with a federal drug crime and a state drug crime is the difference in the potential prison sentence. The Federal system is much more severe, even first-time offenders may face mandatory minimum sentences of 10 years, 20 years, or even life in prison. In Federal Court, probation and parole are usually not available if you are convicted of a serious drug crimes. In most state courts a first-time offender is eligible for probation or early release due to their behavior.
