Tallahassee Drug Crime Lawyer

Fighting Criminal Drug Charges in Florida

Drug charges in Florida are normally filed as a state felony or misdemeanor, but can also be charged as a federal crime.

Potential Florida criminal drug charges include:

• Possession of a Controlled Substance
• Illegal Possession of Prescription Drugs
• Possession with Intent to Sell
• Drug Trafficking
• Marijuana Possession
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

A drug conviction carries potentially life-altering consequences that can affect your freedom and your ability to pursue certain careers. If you are facing such charges, choose an aggressive criminal defense lawyer in Tallahassee that can form an effective defense that adequately protect your rights.

The Law Office of Nathan Prince is prepared to represent you, no matter how involved your charges are or if you have a prior criminal record. From thorough investigations to courtroom management, our drug crime attorney strives to navigate our clients through the legal system with ease.

Contact us today to find out how our Tallahassee drug defense lawyer can help!

What Are Florida's Drug Schedules?

• Schedule I - Drugs with the highest potential for abuse and no recognized medical use, including LSD and heroin.
• Schedule II - Drugs with high potential for abuse and limited medical use, including opium, cocaine, and Adderall.
• Schedule III - Drugs with a lower potential for abuse than Schedule I or II drugs, including hormonal substances, steroids, and barbituric acid.
• Schedule IV - Drugs with lower potential for abuse and accepted medical uses, including Ambien and Xanax.
• Schedule V - Drugs with the lowest potential for abuse and accepted medical uses, including cough medications and low quantities of codeine.

What Are the Drug Crime Penalties in Florida?

• First-Degree Felony: Up to 30 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000
• Second-Degree Felony: Up to 15 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000
• Third-Degree Felony: Up to five years in prison and a fine of up to $5,000
• First-Degree Misdemeanor: Up to a year in jail and a fine of up to $1,000
• Second-Degree Misdemeanor: Up to 60 days in jail and a fine of up to $500

Free Consultation - Call Our Drug Crimes Lawyer Today

No matter your situation, Attorney Prince has experience as a former prosecutor, allowing him to know what strategies to use in forming a thorough defense. Time is of the essence.

Call our Tallahassee drug defense attorneys at (850) 601-5690 to receive a free consultation. You have nothing to lose by giving our firm a call.

We can assist clients in Leon, Wakulla, Jefferson, Gadsden, Franklyn, Liberty, Madison, Taylor, Suwanee, Calhoun, Washington, Gulf, Bay, Holmes, Okaloosa, and Walton Counties.