Drug Offenses in Miami-Dade County & Florida
Both Florida and federal laws recognize every drug offense in Miami-Dade County as serious. Even conviction for a relatively minor Miami drug offense is likely to receive harsh punishment.
Types of drug offense charges
There is a seemingly endless list of drug offenses that can be prosecuted under the criminal law. Some examples of the most typical type of drug offense in Miami Beach and throughout the state are:
The seriousness of any Florida drug offense is affected by a number of possible factors:
- The quantity of the drug
- The classification of the drug under state and federal schedules
- The reason behind a drug possession and even how it is intended to be used
Connection to a Fort Lauderdale or Florida drug offense
Certain activities qualify as a drug offense in Fort Lauderdale or anywhere in Florida, even when an individual has had no direct connection with the illegal drugs. Two common examples are as follows:
- Inducing a Fort Lauderdale drug offense: An individual who causes someone else to commit the actual crime can be charged with the crime. If threats of violence were used to coerce someone to commit the crime, the person who actually committed the crime may go free.
- Money laundering: The money earned through a drug offense can provide critical evidence in a drug case. As such, anyone who tampers with this evidence through money laundering may be considered equally guilty of the crime.
Miami, FL drug crime lawyer Brent Horst
Whether you are charged with a drug offense in Fort Lauderdale, Miami Beach, or anywhere in the state of Florida, your case depends on the selection of the best Miami drug crime lawyers available. Anyone facing charges for a drug offense would be well-served by selecting Brent Horst as their lawyer.
Not all drug crime lawyers in Miami can boast over two decades of experience dedicated to drug crime defense. A former prosecutor and Assistant State Attorney, Brent Horst has an important advantage as a drug crime lawyer—he views every drug offense from both sides of the case. This unique perspective allows him to formulate the best possible defense for every case.
Contact Brent Horst—a drug crime lawyer with the experience you need
Whether innocent or guilty, you need an attorney who understands the complex laws governing the prosecution of Florida drug crimes. Brent Horst has a solid record of defending these cases in state and federal criminal courts. His experience ensures the best possible outcome for every case. Contact the Law Office of Brent Horst online, or call at 305-809-7503 today.
