Noble County Drug Crime Attorneys
Defending Clients Facing Drug Charges in Athens, Belmont, Coshocton, Guernsey, Jefferson, Monroe, Morgan, Muskingum, and Washington Counties
If you have been accused of a drug crime, there is no time to lose in contacting our reliable team at Cross Law Office. Whether the charge involves heroin, marijuana, LSD, ecstasy, PCP, cocaine, methamphetamine, or even prescription drugs, including Oxycontin or Vicodin, our drug crime attorneys have the intricate knowledge to defend your rights.
Drug crimes are treated extremely seriously by law enforcement and the court. Getting aggressive legal advocacy is key to avoiding the harsh consequences that could affect the rest of your life if you are convicted. We are ready to fight vigorously for you at trial.
Are you facing drug charges in Ohio? Call Cross Law Office, LLC today at (740) 997-2004 or contact us online to schedule a meeting with one of our drug crime lawyers in Noble County!
Drug Crime Charges We Handle
Many kinds of drug charges can be made against a person. No matter how serious or trivial you think your accusation is, it is important to contact our drug crime attorneys immediately.
Our knowledgeable team has a wide range of experience in defending clients from charges including:
- Possessing controlled substances and drugs without valid prescriptions
- Possessing paraphernalia used for drugs or narcotics
- Possessing a large amount of drugs for the purpose of selling it
- Transporting or trafficking drugs and narcotics
- Manufacturing controlled substances
- Selling narcotics and drugs to a minor
What are the Penalties for Drug Crimes in Ohio?
Drug crimes are taken seriously in Ohio, and penalties vary depending on the offense. Here are the penalties for some common drug-related crimes in Ohio:
- Possessing controlled substances and drugs without valid prescriptions: Possessing drugs like cocaine, heroin, marijuana, or other controlled substances without a valid prescription is a felony offense in most situations, but can also be a misdemeanor depending on the drug. Any trace amount of fentanyl, cocaine, heroin, or methamphetamine is a felony under Ohio law.
- Possessing paraphernalia used for drugs or narcotics: Possessing drug paraphernalia is a misdemeanor offense in Ohio. The penalties for a first-time offender include up to 30 days in jail and/or a fine of up to $250. For subsequent offenses, the penalties increase.
- Possessing a large amount of drugs for the purpose of selling it: Possession of a large amount of drugs with intent to sell is a felony offense in Ohio. The penalties for a first-time offender include up to 11 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $20,000. For subsequent offenses, the penalties increase.
- Transporting or trafficking drugs and narcotics: Trafficking drugs in Ohio is a felony offense. The penalties depend on the type and amount of drugs involved and the defendant's criminal history. A first-time offender can face up to 11 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $20,000. For subsequent offenses, the penalties increase.
- Manufacturing controlled substances: Manufacturing drugs like methamphetamine, heroin, or cocaine is a felony offense in Ohio. The penalties for a first-time offender can include up to 11 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $20,000. For subsequent offenses, the penalties increase.
- Selling narcotics and drugs to a minor: Selling drugs to a minor is a felony offense in Ohio. The penalties for a first-time offender include up to eight years in prison and/or a fine of up to $15,000. For subsequent offenses, the penalties increase.
It's important to note that these penalties are not exhaustive and can vary depending on the circumstances of the case. In addition to these criminal penalties, drug offenses can result in losing driving privileges, professional licenses, and other collateral consequences.
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