Charges of conspiracy to distribute controlled substances is a very serious offense that can be charged in state or federal court. A conviction at either level can result in serious penalties, including substantial fines and lengthy prison terms. Determining the degree of prosecution depends on the type and quantity of the drug, as well as if the incident went beyond state lines.
This charge should not be taken lightly and it’s important that you seek legal advice immediately. At The Linder Firm, we have the experience necessary to build an effective defense against a wide range of drug conspiracy cases.
Law enforcement officials typically use the drug conspiracy charge in their efforts to shut down a drug operation. No matter your level of involvement or knowledge, you could find yourself facing charges in these investigations. Many people are often targeted as a tactic to obtain information.
In order to prove conspiracy, the prosecutor must have an understanding of the facts and evidence that corroborates the facts. That means you had to know that something illegal was happening and consented to it.
As a former prosecutor with the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office, Mr. Linder has had success in minimizing his clients’ involvement in the operation. He’ll work to weaken the evidence by applying a viable defense ⎼ his client wasn’t aware of the illegal activity in question.