Drug Transportation

The Cochran Firm, with 26 locations nationwide

Narcotic or drug transportation is when a person transports illegal drugs from one place to another with full knowledge of the presence of the object, the ability to exercise control over it, and the knowledge that it is an illegal substance. Transportation of drugs applies to any transportation of any amount of drugs regardless of the distance and quantity. Cases of transportation across state or national borders will generally be charged under federal law, and will also likely include the charge of drug distribution.

Drug distribution is when a person transports illegal drugs for the purposes of transferring those drugs to another person including the sale or barter of drugs. Depending on the drug, the amount, the distribution and whether minors were involved, the penalties vary widely under federal and state drug distribution laws.

Drug legislation is constantly changing and varies widely from state to state, so make sure your attorney is familiar with the law in the state where you are charged. The Cochran Firm Criminal Defense Section, P.C. has experience representing drug transportation and distribution defendants nationwide, in many state and federal courts. If you have been charged with any drug-related offenses or have reason to suspect that charges may be imminent, contact the Cochran Firm Criminal Defense Section, P.C. for a free criminal case consultation.

Consequences for the conviction of criminal drug transportation or drug distribution may potentially include:

• Imprisonment
• Probation or parole
• Loss of the right to vote or possess a deadly weapon
• Registration as a narcotics offender for life
• Mandatory periodic drug testing
• Court ordered counseling or rehabilitation
• Revocation of driver's license
• Search and seizure of motor vehicle
• Search and seizure of property
• Significant fines
• Other

Defenses of Drug Offenses may potentially include:

• Showing insufficient evidence
• Proving factual innocence
• Proving valid prescription or other legal rationale for possession
• Proving illegal or improper police procedure
• Proving lack of knowledge that drugs were present
• Other

You are more likely to receive stiffer sentences if:

• You have prior convictions, especially for similar crimes
• You are on probation or parole
• Your community and court is in a mood to seriously punish this type of crime
• Media gives strong negative attention to your case
• You are unable to show mitigating/aggravating circumstances
• You are a member of a racial minority
• Other intangibles work against you

What can you do to improve the outcome of your case?

• Gather evidence of your good character by collecting reference letters and documenting employment history, community service, church affiliations, etc.
• Always exercise your right to remain silent-speak only to those who you trust and have statutory confidentiality privilege: psychologist, spouse, attorney, clergy in the confessional
• Retain qualified counsel immediately, even before charges are filed
• Keep a written record of all significant events and potential witnesses
• DO NOT investigate your own case: investigations by you can be seen as attempts to distort or conceal evidence

What can we do to help?

We use all the tools at our disposal to minimize or eliminate your case!

• We form an early strategy for defense that focuses our research into the most profitable channels and gives us the jump on the prosecution
• We begin independent investigations using private eyes to gather our own information to defend you
• We interview police to fully understand the circumstances of the case.
• We interview the prosecutor to fully understand their understanding of the case in order to counter their probable strategies
• We interview all witnesses early to find profitable contradictions or inconsistencies or facts neglected by the police or prosecution that we can profitably exploit in your defense
• We negotiate reduced bail or release on your own recognizance
• We provide emotional support to you and your loved ones and ensure that you are continually updated as to the status of your case.
• Whenever possible, we negotiate alternative sentences.
• We obtain an evaluation report from a court-approved psychologist to utilize in your defense or in sentencing negotiations.
• We administer a private lie detector test.
• We research and develop appropriate motions to dismiss your case.
• We research and develop appropriate motions to suppress evidence against you.

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