Tampa Drug Attorney

Drug Trafficking in Tampa, FL

If you or a family member has been accused of drug trafficking, you need a strong advocate on your side. As former state and federal prosecutors, Taracks, Gomez & Rickman have invaluable experience on both sides of the courtroom. Their impressive record of successes in court as well as their twenty-five years of combined experience could be what you need to get your charges reduced or dropped.

Drug trafficking is defined as the selling, transporting, or importing or drugs into the U.S. This includes any controlled substance, such as marijuana, heroin, LSD, or cocaine. These crimes are usually investigated by the United State Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) which has considerably more resources and manpower than state or local law enforcement.

Penalties
The penalties differ depending on the type of drug, the amount being trafficked, and what state lines or country borders were crossed. For a first offense of trafficking 28-279g of cocaine, you could be facing between five and forty years in prison and up to $25 million in fines. If you are convicted of a second offense of trafficking Fentanyl, you be facing from twenty years to life imprisonment and up to $75 million in penalties.

How a Tampa Drug Lawyer Could Help

Drug trafficking is an extremely serious charge and it may seem like your situation is hopeless. However, a Tampa drug attorney from our firm has the skill and experience necessary to defend you. We also have experience in other criminal defense areas, including: arson, DUI, federal crimes, sex crimes, theft crimes, violent crimes, and white collar crimes. Do not risk your future and freedom by failing to get qualified legal representation.

If you would like a member of our team to review your case and the evidence against you, contact a Tampa drug attorney from Taracks, Gomez & Rickman today.