Los Angeles Drug Trafficking Attorney

Drug Crime Defense Lawyer in Los Angeles, California

Drug trafficking investigations and charges may target an individual or and entire organized drug crime operation. For this reason, state and/or federal agencies may be involved in the investigation and prosecution of drug trafficking crimes. When federal agencies are involved, a defendant faces prosecutors and law enforcement agents with more resources and usually more experience than those on a state level.

If you or someone you know is a suspect in a drug trafficking investigation, you will need a qualified defense attorney in your corner. Do not talk to federal agents or state law enforcement officials without consulting an attorney first or without an attorney at your side during all questioning. These individuals have no intention of proving your innocence and every intention of proving your guilt. Physical evidence obtained through as search and seizure as well as anything you do or say will be used in an attempt to prove that you are guilty of drug trafficking.

Drug Trafficking in Los Angeles County

Drug trafficking involves a number of specific drug crimes, including drug manufacturing, drug distribution, drug cultivation, smuggling and drug import/export. These are transported by land, air and water. In Southern California, cocaine, heroin, marijuana and meth are some of the most common narcotics which are trafficked in and out of the state.

Drug trafficking is most often a felony offense, and specific penalties will depend upon the type and amount of drug or drugs involved. An individual’s prior criminal history will also play a part in the penalties he/she faces, as well as whether any other crimes are involved, such as violent crimes or money laundering.

Los Angeles Drug Trafficking Defense Lawyer

No matter what evidence law enforcement has accumulated against you or what specific drug trafficking charges you may have been accused of, an experienced defense lawyer can make a difference. Los Angeles drug trafficking lawyer Richard Sudar has extensive knowledge in this field and can provide the steadfast representation that will make all the difference in the outcome of your case.

Contact Los Angeles drug trafficking attorney Richard Sudar today!