Strong Defense Against Drug Sales and Trafficking Charges
If you are being charged with selling drugs, you are being charged with a felony. These charges carry much more serious consequences than simple drug possession, and a conviction is hard to keep off your record. I am criminal defense attorney Michael V. Worgul, and from my offices in Pittsburgh, I protect the rights of the accused throughout western Pennsylvania. I will work tirelessly to build you the best possible defense.
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Many people charged with drug sales or trafficking had no intention to do any such thing. If you are charged with one of these crimes, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will probably treat you like you are a drug dealer. Depending on the type of narcotic and the amount involved, you may be facing a mandatory minimum sentence of at least one year in prison.
With these serious criminal consequences and the social stigma involved in these cases, it may require a tough fight to clear up your name. Having handled over 1,000 cases, I am not afraid to take a case to court. I will do whatever it takes to get you the best possible results.
Drug trafficking and sales cases are complicated, and there are a lot of factors to consider when building your defense. A large portion of every case deals with search and seizure issues. You must ask the question: did the Commonwealth properly obtain evidence? If the answer is "no," the entire case may be dismissed by the judge.
In addition, the Commonwealth may try to link you to narcotics that you never possessed, much less intended to deliver. For example, the District Attorney may claim that if there were drugs under the driver's seat, everyone in the car is guilty of possession, even if you were in the back of the car. I know how to challenge the DA to protect your rights.
Aggravating Factors
The details are important. Certain aggravating factors can add years to a sentence in the event of a conviction. If your drug crime was committed with a firearm, there is an automatic five to ten year sentence. You will also face additional penalties if it was committed near a school zone.
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In drug distribution and trafficking cases, small details can have a big impact, so do not overlook anything. From my law offices, located near the courthouse in Pittsburgh, I protect the accused throughout western Pennsylvania. Available by appointment at all times, I make jail visits as well. Contact me today for a free initial consultation.
