Drug crimes and convictions carry a wide variety of sentences based on the type of offense. Sentences  range from fines and counseling to life in prison, depending on whether you are facing a felony or a misdemeanor drug charge. The severity of the crime you are charged with will vary with the circumstances, such as what type of drug was involved, the quantity, whether you have "priors", and whether violence was involved.
Drug offenses are made more severe by the presence of guns and violence. Where guns and violence are involved, the police are more likely to suspect a "drug ring" and investigate more aggressively. The prosecution is also likely to charge more aggressively. Protect yourself and seek an attorney immediately.
Even if you were using drugs recreationally, or even if you were holding them for someone else, you can be charged with intent to distribute based on the quantity the police found. Possible charges include trafficking, possession, distribution, transportation, possession for sale, cultivation and manufacturing. Usually the most serious drug offenses involve heroine, cocaine, methamphetamine, ecstasy, LSD and PCP. Nevertheless, crimes involving marijuana and prescription drugs are being prosecuted more aggressively than ever, and can result in stiff sentences.
The American Medical Association (AMA) and the FDA have determined some allergy and coldmedecines to be unsafe for people who drive. The drugs can not be bought in bulk because state laws have restricted them. If a person is caught with an large amount of any of the following medications, that person can be subject to criminal drug charges. These items are commonly referred to as components of drugs. Some of these drugs are: Vicks Nyquil, Benadryl, Pseudoephedrine, Ephedrine, Allerdryl, Contact Severe Cold Formula, Trifed, Phenergan, and Inhalants such as aerosol products and glues that can keep oxygen from getting to the brain.
Consequences for the conviction of Drug Offenses may potentially include: 
- Imprisonment
- Probation or parole
- Drug testing
- Court ordered counseling or rehabilitation
- Loss of driver's license
- Seizure of motor vehicle
- Search and seizure conditions
- Significant fines
What can you do to improve the outcome of your case?
- Gather documentation of your good character (reference letters, employment history, community service, etc.)
- Exercise your right to remain silent
- Retain qualified counsel as soon as possible!
What can we do to help?
Early preparation, including legal research and identification of a defense.
Interview police to minimize or eliminate the case.
Interview the prosecutor to minimize or eliminate the case.
Interview all witnesses.
Reduce or eliminate bond requirements.
Obtain a substance abuse assessment from a court approved agency to demonstrate that treatment is a better alternative than jail.
In appropriate cases, negotiate jail alternatives.
Develop appropriate motions to dismiss the case.
Develop appropriate motions to suppress evidence.
Provide emotional support to loved ones and ensure that they are updated as to the status of your case.
Drug charges can seem minor at first, but can become huge legal problems. This is especially true when drugs charges are mixed with guns and violence. You need an experienced and intelligent criminal defense attorney to fight the gun and drug charges for you.
If you have a drug or gun charge, you need to contact Buchanan Law Office PLLC , and let my aggressiveness and experience defend you.
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