As a result of increasingly strict state and federal drug laws, the criminal justice system has come to be dominated by drug offenses and related crimes.  According to the Office of National Drug Control Policy, there were over 150,000 drug arrests in Florida during 2007, compared to just 11,000 sex offenses and 1,200 murders.  Although rehabilitation and treatment may be options in some circumstances, punishment is still the primary focus of state and federal drug policy.  For this reason, if you have been arrested for a criminal drug offense, it is absolutely essential to seek out the assistance of an experienced drug crimes defense attorney. 

Drug Offenses in Florida

Florida state drug law is governed by Chapter 893 of the Florida Statutes.  This is a huge and complicated section of the Florida Statutes covering every drug and drug offense imaginable.  The most common drug offenses in Florida are...

• Possession of drugs
• Possession of drug paraphernalia
  
• Sale of drugs
• Possession of drugs with intent to sell
  
• Drug cultivation (so-called "grow house" cases)
• Drug distribution
• Drug manufacture
  
• Drug trafficking
• Money laundering

Drug crimes in Florida can range from misdemeanors, to third degree felonies (punishable by up to five years in state prison), to life felonies (punishable by life in prison), to capital felonies (punishable by death).  In addition, many drug crimes can result in other special penalties including massive fines, license suspension, mandatory adjudication of guilt, and even mandatory prison time.

We Can Help

If you are facing a Florida criminal drug charge, the law firm of Pensky & Kim can help.  Over the years, our experienced attorneys have handled thousands of drug cases ranging from misdemeanors to very serious felonies, and have successfully taken many drug cases to trial.  We can help guide you through the confusion of state and federal drug laws, and will use our extensive knowledge and experience to fight aggressively to protect your legal rights and freedoms.  In addition, if you have a problem with drug abuse and/or addition, we can work with you to secure the treatment you need to prevent the occurrence of future legal problems and their consequences. 

Pensky & Kim are Miami drug crimes attorneys serving clients in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and throughout the rest of Florida.  Contact us at 305-571-9800 or toll free at 888-533-5171 for a FREE consultation and to learn more about how our Miami drug crimes lawyers can help you.  We are available 24/7.