Oklahoma Drug Trafficking Crimes Attorney
Trafficking in Illegal Drugs (AKA “Drug Trafficking”) is an offense that is charged based on a person possessing a certain quantity of a controlled dangerous substance. The penalties for drug trafficking are stiff under both Oklahoma and federal law.
Under Oklahoma law, defendants charged with Trafficking in Illegal Drugs or Aggravated Trafficking in Illegal Drugs are not eligible to receive a deferred or suspended sentence on the charge. This means mandatory prison time for those convicted of the offense(s). In addition, the Oklahoma drug trafficking statutes provide for hefty fines (up to $500,000 in some cases), as well as prohibit courts from allowing defendants an appeal bond following a conviction under the Oklahoma drug trafficking statutes.
Under federal law, drug trafficking convictions also carry severe penalties. A person convicted in federal court of drug trafficking can be sentenced to up to life in federal prison, depending upon the quantity of drugs involved. Some federal drug trafficking convictions carry mandatory minimum sentences.
Regardless of whether you are facing drug trafficking charges in Oklahoma state court or in federal district court, you want an experienced criminal defense attorney handling the situation. Drug trafficking cases are, normally, won and lost on search and seizure issues related to traffic stops, vehicle searches, and searches of residences. If you are charged with drug trafficking, it is important to have an attorney in your corner that has experience challenging potential search and seizure issues at a suppression hearing.
At the Rockett Law Office, we have experience challenging evidence obtained in violation of our clients’ rights in numerous drug trafficking cases. We will take the time to thoroughly review the evidence in your drug trafficking case, and advise you of the best course of action to achieve the best result possible. If you or someone you know is facing drug trafficking charges in Oklahoma state court or federal district court, call (405) 529-6005 to set up a free consultation.