Grand Rapids Drug Trafficking & Distribution Attorney

Aggressive Defense in West Michigan for Trafficking & Distribution Charges

Drug trafficking and distribution charges are serious offenses in Michigan. If convicted, you could face lengthy prison sentences and thousands in fines. With an experienced drug trafficking and distribution attorney on your side, you can rest easy knowing your case is in the right hands. Attorney Tanis Schultz is committed to fighting for your best interests and working tirelessly to help you avoid the most serious penalties. Call our firm today at (616) 227-3737 to discuss your case.

To learn more about drug trafficking and distribution charges in Michigan, contact our firm to speak with an experienced drug trafficking and distribution attorney.

Drug Trafficking & Distribution Charges in Michigan

Drug trafficking and distribution charges are very serious offenses in Michigan. If convicted, you could face lengthy prison sentences and thousands in fines. With an experienced drug trafficking and distribution attorney on your side, you can rest easy knowing your case is in the right hands. Attorney Tanis Schultz is committed to fighting for your best interests and working tirelessly to help you avoid the most serious penalties. 

What Are the Penalties for Drug Trafficking & Distribution?

The penalties for drug trafficking and distribution depend on the type of drug involved. If you are convicted of trafficking or distributing a narcotic, you could face up to life in prison. If you are convicted of trafficking or distributing a controlled substance, you face up to seven years in prison. You could also be subject to thousands in fines.

• If you are convicted of trafficking or distributing a controlled substance to a minor, you face up to 20 years in prison. If the minor is a pregnant female, you could face up to life in prison. If the minor is a minor child who is left in a situation that could cause his or her physical or mental health to be endangered, you could face up to life in prison.
• If you are convicted of trafficking or distributing a controlled substance near a school, you could face up to 20 years in prison.
• If you are convicted of trafficking or distributing a controlled substance on or within 1,000 feet of a school, playground, or daycare center, you could face up to 20 years in prison.
• If the offense involved a weapon, you could face up to 20 years in prison.
• If the offense involved a minor, you could face up to life in prison.
• If you are convicted of trafficking or distributing a controlled substance that results in the death of another person, you could face up to life in prison.
• If you are convicted of trafficking or distributing a controlled substance to a corrections officer, you could face up to 20 years in prison.
• If you are convicted of trafficking or distributing a controlled substance that results in the death of a corrections officer, you could face up to life in prison.

When determining your sentence, the judge will consider the following:

• The type of drug involved
• The amount of the drug involved
• Whether the offense involved a weapon
• If anyone was hurt in the offense
• If you have a criminal history

If you are convicted of drug trafficking or distribution, you may also be required to pay a civil penalty of up to $25,000 for each offense. Additionally, if you are convicted of trafficking or distributing a controlled substance, you may be required to pay for the cost of the investigation and prosecution of your case.

Contact Our Grand Rapids Drug Trafficking Lawyers Today

Drug trafficking and distribution charges are very serious offenses in Michigan. If convicted, you could face lengthy prison sentences and thousands in fines. With an experienced drug trafficking and distribution attorney on your side, you can rest easy knowing your case is in the right hands. Attorney Tanis Schultz is committed to fighting for your best interests and working tirelessly to help you avoid the most serious penalties.

Call our firm today at (616) 227-3737 to discuss your case.