Federal Drug Crimes Defense Attorney in Missouri
There are many factors that can determine whether a drug crime is a federal crime or a state crime:
- Quantity: The amount of drugs that is involved in a case can determine whether a drug offense will be considered a state offense or a federal offense.
- Interstate drug offense: When drugs cross state lines, it can turn a drug case into a federal drug case. Given that St. Louis is close to the Illinois border, many drug cases in the St. Louis area may be considered federal cases.
Federal drug cases often involve an additional offense referred to as, "conspiracy." The conspiracy to distribute any type of drug – including crack, cocaine or heroin – will end up in federal court. Since conspiracy tends to be an easier case to prove than the actual distribution of drugs, many people can get wrapped up into federal conspiracy charges and the penalties are still significant.
The Law Office of Jason A. Korner provides experienced federal drug crimes defense from my office in St. Louis, Missouri.
St. Louis Federal Drug Crimes Lawyer
The Controlled Substances Act establishes requirements relating to the manufacturing and distribution of drugs and defines penalties for violations of the Act. Depending on the nature and quantity of the drug involved, as well as the presence of other enhancing factors, the penalties can be severe.
Federal drug crimes can include offenses of trafficking, manufacturing, possession with intent to distribute and conspiracy. Penalties for these crimes, including terms of imprisonment, are based on the type and quantity, as well as whether a weapon was possessed or used during the alleged offense, whether the offense involved an injury or death to another person, and the defendant's criminal history.
Contact The Law Office of Jason A. Korner
For more information regarding federal drug crimes defense in Missouri, contact my firm and schedule an appointment for a free initial consultation. I am available to my clients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call my office in Clayton at 314-227-1949 or toll free 866-415-1687.
