Defense Against Drug Conspiracy Charges in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware
If you are facing any type of drug crime charge, you may also find yourself facing a related charge of conspiracy. Prosecutors find it useful to add this charge on to the list of charges they may file against you because it is often easier to prove. They may not have strong evidence that ties you to a drug trafficking offense, but if they have evidence for someone else, and they can prove you had a connection with that person, you can be found guilty of conspiracy.
A drug conspiracy conviction will expose you to the same penalties as if you actually did manufacture, importation or distribute drugs. Because drug conspiracy is a separate and distinct criminal charge on its own, you can be charged and convicted of both conspiracy and the underlying drug crime.
For nearly 30 years, drug crimes defense attorney Mark S. Greenberg has worked to protect the rights of people accused of the most serious drug crimes charges in federal court. The challenge of a drug conspiracy case is daunting, but it's one he has faced many times before. Put that experience on your side in court.
Contact us to schedule a consultation at our Center City, Philadelphia, law offices or at a more convenient location. Call us directly at 267-439-4879 or toll free at 877-297-6972.
Continuing Criminal Enterprise and RICO Cases
Continuing criminal enterprise (CCE) charges (21 U.S.C. § 848) and violations of the federal Racketeer Influenced Corrupt Organizations Act (18 U.S.C. § 1961) are similar to drug conspiracy charges in that they are federal crimes which involve more than one person.
They differ from drug conspiracy in the sense that while a drug conspiracy charge can be a stand-alone offense, CCE and RICO cases hinge on multiple offenses linked to a larger criminal objective (gang activity, for example). These federal statutes are overly broad and ambiguous. They allow prosecutors to turn even a “low-level” offense into 20 years in federal prison.
In addition to prison time, people charged under drug conspiracy, CCE or RICO statutes typically face asset forfeiture proceedings as well.
Mr. Greenberg knows how to effectively defend clients against such charges, and he can start working to protect your rights today.
There Is Always a Defense – Find Yours Here
To schedule a consultation with federal criminal defense lawyer Mark Greenberg regarding a federal drug charge, contact the Center City office online, or call Mr. Greenberg at 267-439-4879 or toll free at 877-297-6972.
