St. Petersburg Drug Crimes Attorneys
Dedicated Florida Drug Crimes Defense Lawyers
Drug crimes include those criminal offenses related to illegal substances. This can include the cultivation, possession, sale, or transportation of drugs such as cocaine, heroin, marijuana or amphetamines – as well as the creation, distribution or possession of drug paraphernalia.
The criminal defense lawyers at Leavengood & Nash are dedicated to assisting St. Petersburg and Tampa residents with their drug crime cases. Our experienced attorneys are accustomed to working on drug crime cases and understand Florida’s drug laws – using that knowledge to protect your rights and defend your case.
Many drug-related charges may seem helpless, especially if a law enforcement officer or other official discovered illegal drugs on your person or in your house or car. Did you know that there are certain specific procedures they must follow in order to search you or your property? If the search was unwarranted and your rights were violated, your charges may be dropped altogether.
Types of Drug Crimes
The lawyers at Leavengood & Nash proudly serve St. Petersburg and Tampa in all areas of drug crime, including:
A drug crime can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony with sentences of up to 25 years in prison and a $500,000 fine, depending upon the severity of the crime, the amount and type of drugs involved and whether the accused has any prior convictions. With the assistance of our qualified criminal defense attorneys, your rights and freedom are protected.
Have you been accused of a drug crime in St. Petersburg or Tampa? Contact us today!