The Law Office of Carlos M. Amor, P.A. provides experienced representation for those who’ve been charged with drug crimes. With more than 15 years of experience, Carlos M. Amor is able to offer aggressive representation to clients throughout South Florida.
Call The Law Office of Carlos M. Amor, P.A. at 954-453-7200 to schedule a free consultation.
Why Choose Us?
Bringing Experience and Dedication to Each Case
If you’ve been arrested and charged with a drug crime, you need to depend on a drug crimes lawyer who will present a fierce defense tailored to your exact needs. Attorney Carlos M. Amor has been assisting Florida clients in navigating the justice system for more than a decade.
When you choose The Law Office of Carlos M. Amor, P.A., to represent you, you can expect a targeted defense from a lawyer who will always treat you with respect and empathy. The help you need to deal with drug crime charges is just a phone call away.
The Basics of Florida Drug Crime Charges
In Florida, you can be charged with a few different types of drug crimes, including the following examples.
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Possession is one of the most common drug crime charges you can face. This offense refers to having illegal drugs or controlled substances without a valid prescription on your person or in your immediate environment. Possession of small amounts of marijuana can result in misdemeanor charges, but most often drug possession means facing a third-degree felony. You can be sentenced to up to five years in prison.
Possession With Intent to Sell, Deliver, or Distribute
If law enforcement finds a substantial amount of drugs in your possession, they will charge you with the intent to sell them. That’s even more likely if they encounter large amounts of cash or drug paraphernalia of any type, including scales or packaging materials.
You could be charged with anything from a third-degree misdemeanor to a first-degree felony, depending on the substance and quantities involved. For example, if law enforcement finds more than 10 grams of a Schedule I substance (heroin, LSD, Ecstasy), you’ll be charged with a first-degree felony. If convicted, you could spend up to 30 years in prison and have to pay as much as $10,000 in fines.
Drug Trafficking
If law enforcement suspects you of selling, manufacturing, delivering, purchasing, or transporting a significant amount of drugs into the state of Florida, you could be charged with drug trafficking. You could even face federal charges. Federal charges have minimum sentences that are much more severe than state charges.
Don’t get stuck facing drug crimes charges alone.
Defending Florida Drug Crimes
Hiring a drug crimes attorney gives you the chance to present a robust defense. For possession charges, your Florida lawyer can challenge how the evidence against you was recovered. Consider whether there was cause to stop and search you or whether law enforcement had a valid warrant to go into your home. If not, any drugs or paraphernalia they found could be thrown out. If the drugs weren’t yours, a criminal defense lawyer can also use that argument in your defense.
If you face charges for trafficking or possession with intent to sell, attorney Carlos M. Amor may challenge the prosecution’s evidence showing that you had the intent to sell or traffic drugs. If the prosecution can’t establish beyond a reasonable doubt that you were planning on selling, transporting, or manufacturing drugs, they may not have a case against you.
For complex drug trafficking cases, a Florida drug crimes attorney could rely on mistaken identity defenses. When dealing with large drug operations, it’s possible for someone who’s not involved to be accused of crimes they didn’t commit. If you were coerced by law enforcement to commit a crime you wouldn’t otherwise have committed, an entrapment-based defense could be possible as well.
Florida Drug Crimes FAQs
Do you have more questions about the drug charges you face? Attorney Carlos M. Amor offers the answers you need.
Are drug crimes misdemeanors or felonies in Florida?
The answer will depend on the type of substance and the amounts involved in your charges. Another factor that can play a role is whether you have previous drug convictions. If you do, the charges for even smaller amounts of drugs might be enhanced. No matter what you’re charged with, it’s essential that you quickly contact a drug crimes attorney in Florida.
What should I do if I’ve been arrested on a drug charge?
First of all, you need to remain calm. An arrest can be frightening but being violent or in any way disrespectful to law enforcement will only make things worse. Second, but most importantly, do not speak to a law enforcement officer about the charges. At the first opportunity you have, contact attorney Carlos M. Amor.
Can I be charged with possession if the drugs were in my car?
Yes. This is a common charge. Even if the drugs aren’t on your person, you can be charged if they are in your environment.
What are the possible defenses for drug crimes?
An experienced Florida criminal defense lawyer will question every piece of evidence the prosecution has. If any of it was obtained illegally, your attorney will work to have it thrown out. Other defenses include claiming police entrapment and showing that the drugs weren’t yours.
To learn more about how a defense attorney can help, you can contact The Law Office of Carlos M. Amor, P.A.
Rely on a Trusted South Florida Firm
The Law Office of Carlos M. Amor, P.A. Can Help You Fight for Your Rights
The moment you’re charged with drug crimes, contact attorney Carlos M. Amor. His years of experience and his dedication to each of his clients make him a trusted attorney in South Florida.
Contact The Law Office of Carlos M. Amor, P.A. by calling 954-453-7200.
ATTORNEY CARLOS M. AMOR
Carlos M. Amor is a skilled and experienced attorney and real estate broker. His legal practice in South Florida focuses on real estate litigation, real estate investments, tax deed and foreclosure auction purchases, traditional real estate transactions, short sales, foreclosure defense, and civil litigation. Carlos thinks “outside the box” and takes a practical approach to finding solutions that benefit his clients. [ ATTORNEY BIO ]
