Los Angeles Drug Sales & Distribution Lawyer
Defense Against Drug Sale & Distribution in Los Angeles & South Bay
Under California law it is illegal to sell or distribute any type of illegal drug, narcotic, or controlled substance, such as marijuana, cocaine, heroin, crystal meth, Ecstasy, etc. You can even face criminal prosecution for illegally selling or distributing a prescription drug or over-the-counter medication. If you’ve been arrested for selling or distributing drugs in Los Angeles or South Bay, you need to speak with an experienced drug defense attorney right away. Prosecutors and law enforcement officials take all drug charges extremely seriously, and will not hesitate to prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law. Without a well-practiced South Bay or Los Angeles drug sale defense attorney defending you in court, you will have a difficult time fighting your charges and avoiding a criminal conviction.
Penalties for Drug Sale & Distribution
While the sale or distribution of an illegal drug is always a felony, the penalties for a conviction depend on the type of drugs involved and the quantity of drugs. Furthermore, certain factors can also lead to enhanced penalties, such as:
- Selling or distributing drugs to a minor
- Selling or distributing drugs near a school or on a school campus
- Involving minors in the sale or distribution of the drugs
If you’re found guilty of selling or distributing an illegal drug, narcotic, or controlled substance, you could be sentenced to up to 5 years in prison, thousands of dollars in fines, probation, community service, and mandatory drug treatment. In addition, if you’re found guilty of the charges, you will be considered a convicted criminal, which will undoubtedly have a negative impact on your reputation and your future.
Experienced Los Angeles and South Bay Drug Sale & Distribution Attorneys
The best way to protect your rights and future in the wake of drug sale or distribution charges is by retaining the legal counsel of an experienced Los Angeles or South Bay drug distribution defense lawyer. At Okabe & Haushalter, we have a great deal of experience defending people against all types of drug crimes, and can provide you with the dedication, attention to detail, and uncompromising defense you need during the legal process. You can trust that we will thoroughly investigate your charges and take the time to build a solid defense case based on solid facts and evidence. Although we can never guarantee the outcome of a case, we can guarantee that we will do whatever we can to protect your rights and aggressively defend you against the charges to increase your chances of winning your case.
Contact a South Bay & Los Angeles drug sale and distribution defense lawyer at Okabe & Haushalter today!