Drug Trafficking Defense in Greensboro, High Point, and the Triad: Understanding the Charges
Drug trafficking charges in North Carolina are different from other drug crimes. They’re based on the weight of the drugs, not necessarily whether you were selling them. Even possession of certain amounts can lead to trafficking charges, and extremely severe penalties.
Harsh Penalties, Long Prison Terms
Under North Carolina law, trafficking convictions carry mandatory minimum prison sentences and massive fines. Examples include:
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Marijuana:
10–49 lbs – Class H felony, 25–30 months prison, $5,000 fine
50–1,999 lbs – Class G felony, 35–42 months, $25,000 fine
2,000–9,999 lbs – Class F felony, 70–84 months, $50,000 fine
10,000+ lbs – Class D felony, 175–219 months, $200,000 fine -
Cocaine:
28–199g – Class G felony, 35–42 months, $50,000 fine
200–399g – Class F felony, 70–87 months, $100,000 fine
400g+ – Class D felony, 175–219 months, $250,000 fine -
Heroin:
4–13g – Class F felony, 70–84 months, $50,000 fine
14–27g – Class E felony, 90–117 months, $100,000 fine
28g+ – Class C felony, 225–279 months, $250,000 fine -
Methamphetamines:
28–199g – Class F felony, 70–84 months, $50,000 fine
200–399g – Class E felony, 90–117 months, $100,000 fine
400g+ – Class C felony, 225–279 months, $250,000 fine
How We Defend Trafficking Cases
Our team challenges every step of the case, from the legality of the stop to the accuracy of the weight measurement. In the Triad, we’ve exposed flaws in search warrants, challenged questionable “controlled deliveries,” and attacked unreliable witness testimony.
If you’re facing drug trafficking charges in Greensboro, High Point, or nearby, call us immediately at (336) 360-5528. The sooner you involve an experienced attorney, the more options you have.
