If you sell drugs in Florida, you may face severe consequences. According to the Florida Legislature, drug trafficking occurs when you intentionally bring illegal substances into the state. This offense also refers to the intentional manufacturing and distribution of these substances.
You may face trafficking charges for several different substances.
Marijuana
Although marijuana is legal in some parts of the U.S., it is not legal in Florida. You may face trafficking charges if you bring this substance into the state. Members of law enforcement may charge you with a first-degree felony if you have at least 25 pounds of marijuana. You may also face these charges if you have more than 300 cannabis plants. The penalty for trafficking in marijuana usually depends on the amount of the substance that you have in your possession. Larger amounts of marijuana typically result in more serious penalties. You may have to pay a fine and you may also face a prison sentence.
Hydrocodone
Although physicians may prescribe hydrocodone for patients, you cannot legally sell this substance or transport it across state lines. If you have at least 28 grams of this drug, you may face first-degree felony charges. Additionally, you may face charges if you have substances that are similar to hydrocodone. A conviction may result in both a prison sentence and a fine. The severity of your sentence may depend on the amount of substance that you had.
The penalties for drug trafficking can have a long-lasting impact on your life. In some situations, you may have extenuating circumstances that law enforcement officials need to take into account as they consider your situation. These may sometimes affect the penalty that you receive.
