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Federal Laws for "Trafficking Drugs" in Nevada
Federal Laws for "Trafficking Drugs" (21 U.S.C. § 841) Explained by Nevada Criminal Defense Attorneys
Keep reading to learn about the federal crime of "trafficking controlled substances" in Nevada. Scroll down for the definition of "trafficking," ways our Las Vegas criminal defense attorneys combat the charges, and what punishments courts impose.
The legal definition of "drug trafficking" under federal law is extremely far-reaching. It comprises any of these illegal acts:
Consequently "trafficking" constitutes almost every drug crime including the making, sale or transportation of drugs. The primary federal drug crime which "trafficking" does not encompass is the possession of drugs for personal use ("simple possession"). Searchlight NV criminal defense attorney Neil Shouse illustrates this distinction:
Contrary to federal law, Nevada drug trafficking law also constitutes the act of "simple possession" of drugs as long as the quantity exceeds a certain limit. For example, possessing four grams of heroin for personal use would be prosecuted as trafficking in Nevada. But possessing less than four grams would instead be prosecuted as the Nevada crime of drug possession for personal use.
Lack of evidence. In all federal criminal cases the U.S. Attorney's Office's has the burden to demonstrate the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. So if the defense attorney can show the court that the government's evidence is not reliable or sufficient to justify a guilty verdict, the defendant should not be convicted of federal drug trafficking charges.
Illegal police conduct. If the police may have conducted an illegal search in a federal drug trafficking case, then the defense attorney could file a "Nevada motion to suppress evidence" asking the judge to throw out any evidence obtained from illegal police searches. If the judge grants the motion, there may be insufficient evidence remaining for the prosecution to proceed with the case.
whether it is the defendant's first drug trafficking conviction
the type of drugs trafficked (see the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's list of Schedule I-V drugs)
– A first-time trafficking offense carries 5 to 40 years in Federal Prison and two million dollars in fines. If death or serious injury results, the sentence is 20 years in prison to life. – A second offense carries 10 years in prison to life and four million dollars in fines. If death or serious injury results, the sentence is life in prison.
– A first-time trafficking offense carries 10 years to life in Federal Prison and four million dollars in fines. If death or serious injury results, the sentence is 20 years in prison to life. – A second offense carries 20 years in prison to life and eight million dollars in fines. If death or serious injury results, the sentence is life in prison. – A subsequent offense carries life in prison.
– A first-time trafficking offense carries up to 20 years in Federal Prison and one million dollars in fines. If death or serious injury results, the sentence is 20 years in prison to life. – A second offense carries up to 30 years in prison and two million dollars in fines. If death or serious injury results, the sentence is life in prison.
For 100 gms or more pure or 1 kg or more mixture:
– A first-time trafficking offense carries 10 years to life in Federal Prison and four million dollars in fines. If death or serious injury results, the sentence is 20 years in prison to life. – A second offense carries 20 years in prison to life and eight million dollars in fines. If death or serious injury results, the sentence is life in prison.
– A first-time trafficking offense carries up to 5 years in Federal Prison and $250,000 in fines. – A second offense carries up to 10 years in prison and $500,000 dollars in fines.
– A first-time trafficking offense carries up to 3 years in Federal Prison and $250,000 in fines. – A second offense carries up to 6 years in prison and $500,000 dollars in fines.
– A first-time trafficking offense carries up to 1 year in Federal Prison and $100,000 in fines. – A second offense carries up to 2 years in prison and $200,000 dollars in fines.
If you are facing federal charges for "trafficking drugs," phone our Nevada federal criminal defense attorneys at 702-DEFENSE (702-333-3673) to talk free. We will explore all your options to try to get your charges dropped.
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