Drug transportation of any controlled substance such as methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana, and medications without a prescription is considered a felony.
People can be charged with delivery, sale or distribution of drugs and controlled substances depending on how the drugs are packaged, the amount of drugs, whether there are large amounts of cash, or evidence of sales.
If you have been arrested for drug transportation or possession for sale, the Right Defender can help you.
WHAT HAPPENS IN CASES INVOLVING DRUGS
In these cases the arrest and the criminal charges or counts may occur regardless of whether the drug was delivered or not, or whether or not there was an exchange of money at the time that the distributing of drugs took place.
In fact it is very important to note that a person can be charged with drug delivery have been the only intermediary between the seller and a buyer or consumer of drugs.
A sentence in prison for a misdemeanor related to drugs may be recorded in your history, making it difficult to obtain a job, find a place to live or be accepted into and educational program
DRUG POSSESSION FOR SALE
California law makes an important distinction between possession of drugs for personal use and possession of drugs for sale. Sections 11351, 11351.5, and 11378 of the Health and Safety Code state that is a felony to possess illegal drugs for the purpose of selling them.
The prosecutor does not need to prove that you actually sold drugs, only that you intended to sell them. The intent to sell can be determined by possession of a large quantity, by packaging of drugs in baggies, by the presence of a scale to weigh the drugs, and large amounts of money.
TAKE ACTION NOW
If you or a loved one have been arrested for the crime of drug transportation in San Diego then you need the help of an experienced lawyer in criminal cases.
Attorney Pflaum has over 25 years of experience representing clients for drug transportation accusations. He can make a difference in the outcome of your case.
If you are accused a crime of drug transportation call today to discuss your legal situation. We are here to help.
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