Phoenix Federal Drug Crime Lawyers

Standing Up for You Against Serious Federal Charges

A federal drug charge should not be taken lightly. You need an attorney with experience, knowledge, and passion to help you stand up against federal prosecutors when your rights and freedom are on the line. At Suzuki Law Offices, we have had many successes in federal court, assisting clients in avoiding serious penalties like prison time, large fines, probation, and more.

Attorney Richard J. Suzuki is a former Assistant United States Attorney (federal prosecutor) and has handled thousands of federal cases. In fact, Mr. Suzuki has been privately retained to handle federal drug trafficking and money laundering cases from beginning to end in many jurisdictions across the U.S. These include:

• United States District Court of Florida
• United States District Court of Michigan
• United States District Court of Montana
• United States District Court of Utah
• United States District Court of Washington

He has also handled drug trafficking cases in Arizona, California, and Colorado.

To learn more about how our firm may be able to help you, contact our skilled Phoenix drug crimes lawyer at (602) 842-6762.

Federal Drug Crimes – What’s at Stake

After being brought up on federal drug charges, it is important that you retain a lawyer who has in-depth familiarity with this complex area of criminal defense. Federal investigators will spend weeks, months, or even years building their case against you before they make their arrest. In addition, the laws that govern federal investigations and trials are different than state laws, which is why not just any attorney can handle these complicated matters.

The federal government has imposed strict sentencing guidelines on those convicted of a federal drug crime. Judges have less flexibility in their decisions because of mandatory minimum sentencing rules involved for specific drugs, or actions. A careless defense strategy can lead to life imprisonment at the worse, and a permanent loss of your reputation and a stain on your criminal record at the least.

Out Phoenix federal criminal defense attorney can help find the loose threads in the prosecution’s case against you. We can work to counter their strategy, building a strong case based on the unique circumstances and evidence in your matter.

Potential Penalties for a Conviction

The outcome of federal drug cases can vary wildly based on the type of substance. This is organized according to “Schedule,” with Schedule I drugs, like heroin and ecstasy, being the worst, and Schedule V drugs, those with accepted medical use and lower potential for abuse, being punished less harshly. In addition to the type of drug, punishment will also be based on the quantity of the drug in question and the facts surrounding your circumstance and the federal agent’s investigation.

Suzuki Law Offices can help you through a range of charges, including:

• Manufacturing or cultivation
• Distribution or intent to distribute
• Possession or possession with intent to sell
• Trafficking
• Sale

Experience Federal Defense

It is important that you do not hesitate to take action after a federal drug crime arrest. By that point, the prosecution may have already had time to build a strong case against you. The sooner our Phoenix federal drug crime attorney is able to get to work on your behalf, the better your chances at receiving a favorable outcome. We understand what it takes to go up against federal prosecutors, and our in-depth knowledge of both sides of an issue allow us to build comprehensive cases that protect your rights, reputation, freedom, and future.

Take action now. Call (602) 842-6762 or contact Suzuki Law Offices online to discuss your charges.