Membership In An International Drug Trafficking Ring Defense Attorney Rhode Island

Have You Been Arrested on a Rhode Island Criminal Membership In An International Drug Trafficking Ring Charge?

Being a member of an international drug ring could mean the Federal Court becoming involved. In fact, this is mandatory, and the toughest penalties are imposed.

Membership in drug dealings is akin to other crimes, and as such, it’s typically punished to the fullest extent of the law. Even so, an accused party could have simply been at the wrong place, at the wrong time.

If you’ve been accused of Membership In An International Drug Trafficking Ring, contact the Island law offices as soon as possible.

Definition of Membership In An International Drug Trafficking Ring:

The Uniform Controlled Substances Act, under Rhode Island Code Chapter 21-28, monitors the use of certain drugs and prescription medicines. There are independent charges for those found in possession of, or manufacturing drugs.

In other instances, if the prosecution delivers a strong argument that a defendant was a co-conspirator or member of an international drug trafficking ring, the fines and penalties are even greater.

Some of these controlled substances or drugs may include one or more of the following:

  • Cocaine
  • Heroine
  • LSD
  • Marijuana
  • Oxicontin
  • Steroids
  • Methamphetamine
  • Hydracone

A serious crime such as drug trafficking membership in Rhode Island, needs a skilled lawyer. Especially with several crackdowns taking place with the U.S. State Attorney’s Office.

Don’t delay. Contact John R. Grasso now.

What Are the Consequences of Rhode Island Membership In An International Drug Trafficking Ring Charges?

Penalties for Membership In An International Drug Trafficking Ring are dependent on several elements of the crime. These include:

  • The type of drug/s being trafficked
  • The amount of drug/s being trafficked (kg)
  • The role of the member in the drug ring, whether he/she is an organizer, manufacturer or transporter
  • The defendant’s criminal history
  • If any minors or weapons were involved in the ring
  • Other aggravating factors

The sentence also varies depending on the laws of Rhode Island at the time of prosecution. As these laws are frequently changing, it’s important to contact a criminal defense lawyer to find out what you’re up against. Penalties may include:

  • Jail
  • Monetary fines
  • Community service
  • Victim restitution

Government organizations such as the FBI and DEA are usually summoned at the time of an arrest. In addition, the member of the drug ring could possibly be ordered to hand over his/her assets to the court.

Contact an Aggressive Membership In An International Drug Trafficking Ring Defense Attorney in Rhode Island

Since this crime is associated with other crimes, defendants may be put on trial for others also, including human trafficking, kidnapping and pandering.

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