Have you been arrested for cocaine possession or distribution? If so, you need a knowledgeable Philadelphia criminal defense attorney to defend you against these charges.
At Patrick Artur & Associates, we are dedicated to protecting the rights of clients who have been accused of state and federal drug crimes. We have successfully handled hundreds of drug-related cases. Contact a Philadelphia cocaine possession and distribution charges lawyer to discuss your case.
Consequences Possession and Distribution Charges
In federal and state courts, sentencing guidelines dictate the mandatory minimum time you will spend in jail. For example, if you are convicted in federal court on cocaine distribution charges you could face fines ranging from $1,000 to $250,000 and a jail sentence ranging from one to 50 years.
The amount fines and jail time you could be facing is dependent on a number of factors, including:
- Amount of the cocaine
- Whether you intended to sell or distribute the cocaine
- Use of a weapon
- Criminal record
Aggressively Defending You From Cocaine Charges
While a simple possession charges tend to carry a lesser sentence, a conviction can still lead to a permanent criminal record. This can have a negative impact on your ability to get a job or an apartment.
Attorney Patrick Artur will personally represent you at trial. For more than 35 years, attorney Artur has represented clients charged with federal and state drug crimes involving controlled substances, including cocaine. He has successfully handled hundreds of trials.
Contact a Montgomery County Criminal Defense Lawyer
To discuss your charges, contact a Montgomery County criminal defense attorney online or call us at 215-561-9188. In case of emergency, you can reach Patrick Artur personally by calling his cell phone at 215-915-6666.
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