Abilene Drug Crimes Attorney

Criminal Defense Law Firm Serving Clients Throughout West Texas

Facing drug crime charges? You likely are aware of what you could face and that being convicted leads to severe, life-changing consequences that can derail your future. These may include heavy fines and lengthy prison sentences. Keith & Lorfing offers competent legal defense and representation in West Texas. Russell Lorfing is a skilled drug crime defense lawyer who understands the complexities involved in drug crime cases and gathering evidence to build a solid case.

Contact us online today or call us at (325) 308-6960 to arrange a consultation with Keith & Lorfing.

Common Types of Drug Crime Cases

The exact penalties you could face depends heavily on the circumstances of the alleged crime. For instance, if you were charged with trafficking cocaine, the penalties will be much steeper than the simple possession of a small amount of marijuana. It is important to obtain knowledgeable counsel so you can defend your rights and future after being arrested.

Drug crimes may include:

• Drug possession
• Drug trafficking
• Drug dealing
• Drug possession with intent to distribute
• Drug manufacturing

Federal Drug Crimes

There are separate penalties for state and federal law for manufacturing, trafficking, and possessing controlled substances such as cocaine, heroin, or opiates, among other drugs. You cannot be charged with both a state crime and a federal crime, though – you are either charged with one or the other. In some cases, what starts in state court is turned over to the federal government to prosecute, leading to much more severe punishment for the same crime.

If you are facing federal drug crime charges, do not hesitate to contact Keith & Lorfing. There are significant differences between state and federal drug crimes. You will need a licensed attorney to represent you in federal court and is familiar with its rules and procedures.

You may be charged with a federal crime if your alleged activity:

• Crossed state lines or involved importing drugs from another country
• Was investigated by a federal law enforcement agency
• Involved separate offenses such as firearm possession or money laundering
• Was related to organized crime or some other criminal enterprise
• Involved the sale of large quantities of controlled substances
• Involved transporting drugs through mail couriers
• Was discovered by a federal informant

Thorough Legal Defense for Drug Crimes in West Texas

Defense strategies for drug crimes vary, but one way to defend against these charges is to prove you, the defendant, had no knowledge about the nature of the controlled substance or if you have a valid prescription for a drug. Other defense strategies may include proving police entrapment due to violating your 4^th amendment rights against unlawful search and seizure.

The first thing you should do upon arrest is to hire a criminal defense attorney to defend you. The more experience a firm has, the better your chances of staying out of jail.

Reach out to Keith & Lorfing today at (325) 308-6960.