Aggressive Defense against Drug Charges
George C. Luther provides aggressive criminal defense for people accused of drug crimes in Columbus, Ohio. Regardless of whether you have been charged with small possession of marijuana or manufacturing of methadone, George C. Luther is ready to examine the details of your case and protect your rights against a variety of drug charges in both state and federal court:
- Conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute drugs
- Drug possession
- Drug trafficking
- Selling drugs
- Distributing drugs
- Manufacturing or cultivating drugs
Drug trafficking and drug manufacturing are two types of drug offenses addressed by the Ohio Revised Code:
- Drug trafficking charges refer to the sale or offered sale of a controlled substance, preparation for shipment, transport, delivery, preparation for distribution, or distribution of a controlled substance.
- Drug manufacturing charges include knowingly cultivating, manufacturing or otherwise engaging in any part of the production of a controlled substance.
If you are facing a drug violation in Ohio or surrounding states, potential consequences could include prison or jail time, fines, and loss of driving privileges. An experienced drug crimes defense attorney can help you avoid many of these consequences.
Understanding the Possible Consequences
Drug laws and sentencing in Ohio and throughout the United States can be very harsh. Depending on the charge, defendants can face felonies and serious prison time. There are several factors that can influence the types of drug charges that you face and the severity of the sentencing:
- Quantity of the controlled substance
- Type of drug: different drugs are classified differently
- Type of activity: the law treats possession, sale, and manufacture differently
- Where the offense occurred: if the offense occurs near a school or while operating a motor vehicle, the penalties will be more severe
- Age of the defendant: juveniles and adults are treated differently
- Prior convictions
George C. Luther examines all the aspects of your case, including potential sentencing, to establish realistic goals and legal defenses and strategies.