Winston-Salem Drug Trafficking Defense Attorney

Defense Against Drug Distribution Charges

There are many different types of criminal charges involving sale or distribution of drugs, and all of them are serious. If you are facing any of these charges, it is important to secure the best defense you can, to minimize the fines, jail time and ruined reputation that can result from a conviction for drug distribution.

PWISD Lawyer In Forsyth, Davidson And Davie Counties

At John E. Fitzgerald, Attorney At Law, I have more than 20 years of experience in the court system. From my Winston-Salem office, I defend clients against misdemeanor and felony charges involving possession and distribution of illegal drugs throughout Forsyth County, Davidson County and Davie County. By limiting my legal attention to only criminal and traffic defense and limiting my geographic range to these counties, I am able to focus on your needs and defend you well.

Possession With Intent To Sell And Deliver In North Carolina

In North Carolina, some people charged with possession with intent to sell and deliver may not actually have intent to sell and deliver. This seems strange to many people, and rightfully so, but the idea is that, if a person is in possession of abnormally large quantities of a drug or if there are other evidentiary indications that there is intent to distribute, the law can presume intent based on those factors.

PWISD is a more serious crime than simple possession, bringing with it harsher fines, longer terms of imprisonment and other penalties.

Drug Trafficking

Drug trafficking is even more serious than PWISD charges. It requires knowingly selling, transporting, manufacturing or delivering large quantities of illegal drugs. The penalties vary based on the schedule of the drug (the drug's classification, based on how dangerous and addictive the drug is), varying from $5,000 and less than three years for marijuana, to 84 months in prison and $50,000 in fines for heroin or meth.

Distribution Of Prescription Drugs

Although prescription drugs are legal in the right circumstances, it is illegal to sell them to people without a valid prescription. I can defend you against criminal charges involving the illegal sale of prescription drugs.

Drug distribution charges are always serious. Whether you are facing PWISD or trafficking charges, I can help ease your anxiety and defend you aggressively throughout the entire criminal justice process.

Contact John E. Fitzgerald, Attorney at Law

Call 336-803-7431 or contact me online.