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New York § 220.41 Sale Controlled Substance 2nd Degree - Kushner Law Group
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Penal Law § 220.41 Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree is a very serious felony in New York. New York has a reputation for tough prosecution and enforcement of drug crimes and the District Attorney’s Offices are very aggressive in the way they investigate and prosecute individuals charged with these crimes. If you have been charged with violating Penal Law § 220.41 Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree call the Kushner Law Group now so we can protect and guide you through this prosecutorial ordeal.
New York Penal Law §220.41 Explained
It is important to note that the presumption underlying New York Penal Law §220.41 Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree is that large amounts of illegal drugs found on the defendant are not for personal use but for sale. When a defendant is charged with violating Penal Law § 220.41, the District Attorney’s Office will attempt to prove that the defendant knowingly and unlawfully possesses:
1. One-half ounce or more of a narcotic drug; or
2. One-half ounce or more of methamphetamine
3. Five grams or more of a simulant; or
4. Five milligrams or more of a lysergic acid diethylamide; or
5. Twenty-five milligrams or more of a hallucinogen; or
6. Five grams or more of a hallucinogenic substance; or
7. Three hundred sixty milligrams or more of a methadone.
Possible Defenses to a NY Penal Law § 220.41 Violation
2. The defense can attempt to prove that the amount and or quantity of the drugs found does not meet the required minimum under the §220.41
Sentencing for NY Penal Law § 220.41 Violation
For instance, Penal Law § 220.41 Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree is a Class A-II felony. It is possible that a defendant:
1. Who is convicted of § 220.41 may receive a minimum of 3 to 8 years in prison.
2. Who is convicted of § 220.41 may receive a maximum sentence of life imprisonment.
The Kushner Law Group has had years of experience defending and protecting the rights of our clients in both New York State and the Federal courts. We have won successful results on behalf of our clients and are here to help guide you through the prosecutorial process if you have been charged with violating Penal Law § 220.41 Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree. To learn more about the Kushner Law Group please go to https://kushlawgroup.com/about-2/. Call us now for a free consultation at (718) 504-1440.