Arizona has some of the most significant drug laws in the country. If you are found to be guilty of intent to distribute a potent substance like fentanyl, you could face years in prison. At Suzuki Law Offices, our legal team has extensive experience fighting for justice in cases like this.
When you speak to our fentanyl possession with intent to distribute lawyer in Tucson, you gain an advocate working solely for your benefit. Let our Tucson drug possession with intent to distribute lawyers fight for you. We are available 24/7, even on weekends.
What Makes Our Drug Crimes Defense Attorney the Ideal Advocate
Suzuki Law Offices is committed to providing each of our clients with unwavering legal defense even when they are facing significant changes with ample evidence against them. Our founder, Attorney RJ Suzuki, is a former Assistant United States Attorney. That means we understand the prosecutor’s point of view and their weaknesses well.
With decades of experience serving clients, we can provide you with transparent, honest insight into your rights. We will work closely with you to investigate every aspect of your case to develop a strong defense strategy. We do not just take the evidence at its surface level, but find out what mistakes law enforcement made to use that as a part of your recovery.
Fentanyl is a drug the prosecutor’s office is targeting. You can expect our criminal defense attorney to become the ally you need when defending yourself. Set up a consultation with a Tucson fentanyl possession with intent to distribute lawyer to learn what your rights are.
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Get StartedFactors That Could Aggravate Your Charges
We investigate the evidence thoroughly, looking for law enforcement errors that could support your defense. This might occur in situations involving an additional element of danger or criminal activity. Some examples of aggravating circumstances include:
- Prior drug trafficking convictions
- Prior violent crime convictions
- Involvement in a criminal organization or human trafficking
- Selling to minors
- Possession of a weapon at the time of possession
- Manufacturing or drug distribution network evidence
In these situations, a conviction could mean you are facing up to life in prison, even as a first-time offender. These are serious charges you do not want to face. With the guidance of a Tucson fentanyl possession with intent to distribute attorney, we will help you determine if you are facing such charges and what may be done to reduce that risk. Speak to us before you talk to law enforcement about your case and your rights.
Lawyer Near Me (602) 682-5270Types of Defense Strategies for Drug Crime Charges
If you are facing fentanyl-related drug crime charges for intent to distribute, do not wait to contact our legal team for immediate guidance. Our Tucson federal drug crimes lawyers will investigate your case comprehensively, gathering evidence and looking for mistakes in the prosecutor’s case that could help you. Some of the potential defense strategies we may recommend in these cases include:
- Lack of knowledge: This might be applicable if you did not know you were carrying above the threshold, or that you could be convicted of a drug crime for doing so.
- Unlawful search: Demonstrating that the police violated your rights in these cases
- Lack of proof for intent to distribute: We may demonstrate that they do not have enough to prove intent, reducing your charges to possession
- Entrapment: Evidence may demonstrate that you were trapped into making these decisions or statements
- Challenging weight: You may be able to defend against charges of intent by challenging the accuracy of the weight of the substances
These are examples that may or may not be applicable in your case, but numerous additional defense strategies may work for you. Our objective as your Tucson federal crimes lawyer is to build a strong strategy that outlines all potential routes to minimizing the consequences you face.
Avoid Speaking to the Law Until You Have an Attorney
If you are being questioned, tell the police you want to speak to your Tucson criminal defense lawyer, and they must stop questioning you. This is the single most important step you can take to protect yourself if you are being questioned, even without charges.
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Explaining the Meaning Behind Possession with Intent to Distribute
Under Arizona law 13-3407, fentanyl is considered a potent, dangerous drug. As a result, carrying it without a prescription can lead to criminal charges. If police believe you were planning to sell it or distribute it in any way, you could face additional criminal charges and penalties.
Possession with the intent to distribute is typically applicable if a person is carrying a significant amount of the substance on themselves, more than what would be considered likely to be used by themselves. This means you exceed the expected threshold. In Arizona, the threshold is 9 grams or more of fentanyl, pure or mixed, or an equivalent weight in pill form. That could mean that about 90 counterfeit pills exceed the threshold.
In addition, if you are found to be in possession of selling-related materials, that could also indicate an intent to distribute claim. That might include possession of baggies or containers, or being found with a scale. If you have a large amount of cash on hand, that could also be used as evidence against you.
What Happens if You Are Over the Threshold?
If you are found to have more than the threshold, you could face serious charges, including being ineligible for probation. You may also be facing a prison sentence.
If you are a first-time offender and convicted, you could face five years or more. This is why it is so critical to hire an experienced lawyer to fight on your behalf.
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Set Up a Consultation With a Fentanyl Possession with Intent to Distribute Attorney in Tucson
At Suzuki Law Offices, our legal team is here to protect your rights. With our experience and dedication to our clients, you can expect us to work aggressively to protect you.
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