Top 10 Federal Drug Charges in the United States—And Why You Need a Leading Federal Criminal Defense Attorney

At Zeineh Law in East Lansing, our leading Michigan criminal defense attorneys defend our clients against federal criminal drug charges including the following: 

Drug Trafficking:

Charges related to the distribution, transportation, or sale of illegal drugs, often involving large quantities or organized criminal enterprises.

Drug Conspiracy:

Charges for conspiring with others to commit drug-related offenses, even if the actual drug transactions did not occur.

Possession with Intent to Distribute:

Charges for possessing controlled substances with the intent to distribute or sell them.

Manufacturing and Cultivation:

Charges related to the production or cultivation of illegal drugs, including the manufacturing of methamphetamine or the cultivation of marijuana.

Distribution of Controlled Substances:

Charges for selling or distributing illegal drugs, including opioids, cocaine, methamphetamine, and other controlled substances.

Illegal Possession of Controlled Substances:

Charges for knowingly possessing illegal drugs, often in quantities indicative of intent to distribute.

Conspiracy to Import Controlled Substances:

Charges related to participating in a conspiracy to import illegal drugs into the United States.

Money Laundering:

Charges related to the processing of financial transactions to conceal the source or ownership of funds obtained through drug trafficking.

Maintaining a Drug-Involved Premises:

Charges for knowingly maintaining a property (residence, business, or other location) for the purpose of manufacturing, distributing, or using illegal drugs.

Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act Violations:

Charges for participating in a criminal enterprise, such as a drug cartel, that engages in a pattern of racketeering activity, including drug-related offenses.

It's important to note that federal drug charges can vary based on the specific substances involved, the quantity, and the circumstances of the alleged offenses. Additionally, changes in legislation or law enforcement priorities may impact the prevalence of certain charges. If you have been charged with a drug crime in Michigan, don’t delay! Contact the federal criminal defense attorneys at Zeineh Law in East Lansing today!