Los Angeles Drug Crimes Attorney

Beverly Hills Drug Trafficking Defense Lawyer

If you are facing drug trafficking charges, you need to consult with a premiere Los Angeles drug crime defense lawyer immediately. Drug trafficking is one of the most serious drug crime charges an individual may face and the penalties are correspondingly severe. Drug trafficking refers to the entire illegal drug market, including cultivation, manufacturing and distribution of illegal drugs.  Trafficking charges usually involves large amounts of illegal drugs. 

Both state and federal law enforcement agencies may become involved in a drug trafficking investigation. Since drug trafficking is illegal under both state and federal law, either jurisdiction may file criminal charges. Based on various factors, Federal law enforcement agencies and prosecutors may prosecute a Los Angeles drug trafficking case. What this means for the defendant is that he/she will face prosecution in Federal Court, by a federal prosecutor who will likely be more aggressive and experienced than a state prosecutor and the penalties in Federal Court are much more severe than in state court.

Los Angeles Drug Trafficking Attorney: Robert M. Bernstein

Robert M. Bernstein is a Los Angeles drug trafficking defense attorney who is licensed to practice law in State, Federal and Juvenile Courts in California. His ability to handle a drug trafficking case in either State or Federal Court ensures that his clients will receive the best criminal defense representation, no matter where your case is pending. 

Located in Beverly Hills, California, the Law Offices of Robert M. Bernstein handles drug trafficking cases throughout Los Angeles County and the state of California. Los Angeles drug crimes attorney Bernstein offers a free, confidential consultation regarding your case, so he can give you an honest evaluation of your case and prepare the most effective defense strategy.

Drug Trafficking Charges & Penalties in Los Angeles County

Drug trafficking involves the import and export of narcotics and illegal prescription drugs, either in or out of a state or the United States as a whole. Often, other criminal charges such as drug transportation, drug distribution and drug importation are also involved in a drug trafficking charge. Violent crimes and other criminal offenses may be involved as well, and these will only increase the penalties a defendant will face.

Drug trafficking is a felony offense, meaning a prison sentence may be applied in the case of a conviction. Additional penalties will include fines, probation, registration as a narcotics offender, forfeiture of assets and more. The prison sentence and specific penalties will depend upon the type and amount of drug.

Contact Los Angeles drug trafficking lawyer Robert M. Bernstein today!