Los Angeles Drug Transportation Attorney

Transportation of Controlled Substances

Transporting illegal drugs or controlled substances is a serious crime and can result in severe penalties. You will face state charges if transporting illegal drugs within California. Federal agencies such as the FBI and DEA will prosecute anyone who smuggles, imports, transports or delivers illegal drugs across state of national borders. The penalties for drug transportation can be as much as five years in state prison as well as heavy fines, probation and loss of your driver's license. If you have been charged with transporting drugs you should call a Los Angeles drug crimes lawyer at Takakjian & Sitkoff immediately. Do not make any statements until you have a lawyer present. Protect your legal rights by having skilled legal representation from the very start.

Depending on the type and amount of drugs involved as well as any previous criminal record, you could be facing consequences that will affect you the rest of your life. After serving a prison sentence you may not be able to drive at all in addition to losing other privileges. For anyone who is not yet a citizen of the U.S. you will be facing deportation. As all our lawyers were former district attorneys we understand how the legal system functions and how the prosecution will go to great lengths to get a conviction on drug charges. We understand how they build their case and we are prepared to fight them every step of the way.

Drug Transportation Lawyer in Los Angeles

A person can be charged with transportation of drugs no matter how small a quantity is involved or how far they travelled. If you were also involved in the sale or distribution of drugs you will face additional charges and a more serious sentence. It is important to speak to an attorney experienced in drug charges and who is familiar with all the state, country and federal drug laws. We are prepared to vigorously defend your case and protect your rights. Call our offices today for more information and a free consultation.

Contact a Los Angeles drug transportation attorney if you have been charged with the transportation of controlled substances. Speak to a former prosecutor about defending your case.