Drug Crime Penalties in New York

New York has some of the most severe drug crime penalties in the nation. Do not face drug-related allegations on your own. Reach out to the premier drug crime lawyers in Long Island, NY. Our team of legal professionals at The Matera Law Firm has over 25 years of combined experience successfully defending our clients against drug crime allegations. Schedule a free consultation today.

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In New York State, the amount of punishment that an individual is facing when they’re arrested for a drug crime has to do with the specific level of the offense. Straight possession charges of relatively minor amounts can be misdemeanor charges, where the maximum penalty is up to three hundred and sixty four days of incarceration, whereas a sale of a controlled substance or possession of vast quantities of controlled substances can result in felony charges, which would be drug crime penalties in excess of one year up to and including lifetime incarceration in certain situations.

No matter what the extent of the drug charge may be, those who are accused deserve a strong defense. Drug charges can carry exorbitant sentences and extreme penalties, even for non-violent offenders.

When people are facing difficult legal situations with sever drug crime penalties, what matters is results. At The Matera Law Firm, we have over 25 years of experience helping people when they need it most. That commitment has allowed us to generate a record of success and positive results successfully reducing or dismissing drug crime penalties.

If you or someone you love is in need of an experienced criminal defense attorney, contact us today for a free confidential consultation. We proudly serve Suffolk County, Nassau County, Long Island, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Bronx, Queens, and throughout New York State.

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