Drug Crime Attorney in Evansville
Common drug crimes
Controlled substances and illegal drugs are governed by both federal and state statutes. According to these statutes, it is unlawful to:
- Possess drugs or drug paraphernalia
- Manufacture drugs
- Deliver, distribute, or sell drugs
- Engage in the trafficking of drugs
Evansville drug crime attorney Glenn A. Grampp handles a wide variety of drug offense cases, representing those facing drug crime charges with his legal services.
Manufacturing of drugs
According to state statutes governing drugs and controlled substances in Indiana, manufacturing or financing the manufacture of cocaine, a Schedule I or II classified narcotic drug, methamphetamine, or a Schedule I, II, or III controlled substance excluding marijuana, hash oil, and hashish is considered a Class B felony.
If the amount of the drug weighs three grams or more, or was manufactured within 1,000 feet of school property, a public park, a family housing complex, or a youth program center, the offense is classified as a Class A felony.
Manufacturing or financing the manufacturing of Schedule IV controlled substances results in a Class C felony, while manufacturing or financing the manufacturing of Schedule V controlled substances results in a Class D felony. Class C felonies are punishable by two to eight years of jail time and a fine of up to $10,000, while Class D felonies are punishable by six months to three years of incarceration and up to a $10,000 fine.
Manufacturing or financing the manufacturing of marijuana, hash oil, or hashish results in a Class A misdemeanor, unless a related conviction has occurred previously, in which case a Class D felony results.
Delivery, distribution, or sale of drugs
According to the drug statutes in Indiana, the classification of drug crimes for the delivery of—or for financing the delivery of—controlled substances are nearly the same as the classification of crime for the manufacturing of controlled substances.
Additionally, a Class B felony occurs if the delivery of a Schedule IV or Schedule V controlled substance was to an individual under 18 years of age, was carried out on a school bus or within 1,000 feet of school property, a public park, a family housing complex, or a youth program center. Class B felonies are punishable by six to 20 years incarceration and a fine of up to $10,000.
A controlled substance that requires a prescription under federal law and is delivered in the absence of a prescription, results in a Class D felony, as does the delivery of marijuana, hash oil, or hashish to someone under 18 years of age. Delivering marijuana, hashish, or hash oil on a school bus, within 1,000 feet of school property, a public park, a family housing complex, or a youth program center will result in a Class C felony.
Drug trafficking
Drug trafficking involves the manufacture and delivery of large quantities of illegal and controlled substances. The trafficking of drugs results in Class A felonies punishable by 20 to 50 years of incarceration and fines of up to $10,000
Contact Evansville drug crime attorneys
If you are facing criminal charges for drug violations in southwest Indiana, the right Evansville criminal defense attorney can help by providing you with legal representation in your criminal defense. For experienced and qualified drug crime attorneys in Evansville with the expertise and skills to take on complex cases and obtain superior results, contact Glenn A. Grampp to schedule a free initial consultation.
