Conroe Drug Trafficking Attorney

Protecting Clients in Montgomery County, TX

The crime of drug trafficking involves the manufacturing, importing, transporting and distribution of illegal narcotics such as methamphetamines, heroin, LSD, ecstasy, and cocaine. It typically involves large quantities of drugs and can be charged as both a state and federal crime.

If convicted, you face severe penalties that can include years in prison. These cases are often investigated for many months by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) before there is an indictment. You will need the skills of an experienced Conroe drug trafficking lawyer to ensure the best possible results in your case.

Schedule a free consultation with Douglas W. Atkinson, Attorney at Law today by calling (936) 681-0031 or contacting them online.

Trafficking Penalties

The state of Texas is known for its tough penalties for drug offenders. If you are charged with drug trafficking in Montgomery County, you need to act quickly to build a defense.

Penalties for drug trafficking can include:

• 180 days to 2 years in state jail and/or up to $10,000 in fines for a state jail felony
• 15-99 years in prison and/or up to $250,000 in fines for the heaviest first degree felony

Conroe Drug Trafficking Defense Lawyer

Attorney Doug Atkinson is a highly qualified criminal defense attorney with courtroom experience in many different types of drug crime cases, including trafficking. Over the years, he has developed a reputation for winning difficult cases, earning him a 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating and ranking among The National Trial Lawyers' Top 100 Trial Attorneys.

As your advocate, he will look for weaknesses in the prosecution's case that can be used to minimize charges, such as mistakes made in police procedures that are a violation of your constitutional rights.

There are many factors in a trafficking case that will be taken into consideration at the trial and during sentencing if there is a conviction in the case, including:

• The defendant's prior criminal history
• A prior criminal history involving drug crimes
• The evidence that was collected such as equipment, supplies, large amounts of cash
• The type of drug involved
• The quantity of the drug involved
• If trafficking activities occurred near a school
• If minors were involved in the operation
• If deadly weapons were found

You can count on Attorney Atkinson to vigorously attack the prosecution's case and take whatever legal actions are necessary to help prevent a guilty verdict.

Call (936) 681-0031 now and get started on your case.