Florida drug crime laws

10 must-know facts

The following are some important facts pertaining to the drug crime laws in Miami Beach and throughout the state of Florida.  The details of a particular situation will always very the way in which the law is executed.  For that reason it is crucial to consult with an experienced Miami drug crime attorney.

• A Florida drug charge can be based on state law, federal law, or both.

• Whether innocent or guilty, every individual facing a Miami-Dade County drug charge is protected based on rights guaranteed by the United States Constitution. 

• Failure by law enforcement to observe the rights of the accused can be grounds for dismissal of a drug charge.

• The police do not have the right to search your person or property unless they have reasonable cause, a search warrant, or your permission.

• If someone is accused as a result of entrapment by any law enforcement agent and can prove that the criminal conduct was the result of entrapment, the case will result in acquittal.

• Florida crime laws do not recognize all drug charges as equally serious.  Penalties are likely to be most severe when intent to distribute drugs is proved.

• Under Florida drug crime laws, every drug crime is a felony that carries significant punishment and leaves a convicted offender with a criminal record.

• Specific Florida drug crime laws exist for numerous offenses, including possession of drug paraphernalia, drug racketeering, drug trafficking, drug manufacturing, and a host of additional offenses.

• Even if someone was not directly involved in a drug crime, involvement in laundering the proceeds from a drug crime can result in charges under Florida drug crime laws.
• Someone who does not directly commit a drug crime but induces someone else to commit a drug crime is guilty of conspiracy against the drug charge.

A lawyer you can have confidence in—Brent Horst

Florida drug crime laws are a complex part of the statutes.  If you face a Fort Lauderdale, Miami Beach, or Miami Dade County drug charge, you need to have complete confidence that your criminal attorney has the extensive experience needed to provide the best defense under the law.

With over two decades of experience as a Criminal Trial Lawyer he is a very qualified Miami drug crime attorney.  Brent Horst has a solid track record defending criminal defendants in both state and federal courts.  He takes a personal approach to each case and is readily available to answer your questions throughout this difficult process.  Contact us online today or by calling 305-809-7503.