NO! In this blog, we'll explain the differences between drug trafficking and drug distribution. If you've been charged with a drug crime, you should understand your situation. Simply put, a drug trafficking charge is based on the weight of the drugs, while a drug distribution charge is based on their movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As with drug distribution, you can be charged with drug trafficking simply for having a large amount of cash and drugs in your possession, or for having scales, packaging materials, or other items associated with drug sales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In other words, if the amount of drugs you have in your possession is excessive for your personal use, you could face a drug trafficking or distribution charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If the weight of the drugs exceeds a certain limit, a drug trafficking charge may be imposed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A drug distribution charge is imposed on anyone who transfers, sells, imports, or moves a controlled substance such as heroin, methamphetamine, or cocaine in any way, and such a charge does not require that you be caught in the act of selling or distributing those drugs. A drug distribution charge can be imposed simply for having a large amount of cash and a large quantity of illegal drugs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Drug trafficking is a serious crime under both Texas and federal law. Penalties can range from a state jail felony punishable by 180 days to two years in prison to a first-degree felony punishable by 15 to 99 years in prison.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If the crime involves transporting drugs across a state or national border, the offense may result in a federal charge, with harsher penalties. Minimum prison terms range from five to 25 years. Under federal law, a defendant can be sentenced to life in prison after a third conviction on a drug trafficking charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The penalties, punishments, and consequences for drug possession are less severe than those for drug trafficking or distribution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While simple possession of a controlled substance is a crime under the Texas Controlled Substances Act, it can result in a minimum sentence of 180 days in jail and a fine of $1,400 to $2,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have a drug case, contact the attorneys of Faith and Mathew Mendez.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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