Drug Crimes

In Florida, drug possession is illegal and can result in penalties ranging from a first-degree misdemeanor, with up to 11 months and 29 days in jail, to a first-degree felony, which carries mandatory prison time. Governed by Florida Statute 893.13, the consequences of drug possession charges vary depending on factors such as the quantity of the substance, how it is packaged, and the location of the arrest. Our attorneys manage a large volume of controlled substance cases annually within Miami, California, and New York criminal justice system. While simple possession carries the lowest potential penalty among drug-related offenses, it remains crucial to have a criminal lawyer who is well-versed in the legal system, familiar with key players, and knowledgeable about both the direct and collateral penalties a drug conviction can bring.