Federal Conspiracy Charges
The Philadelphia drug defense lawyers at Boyle, Autry & Murphy have extensive experience representing state and federal defendants facing drug charges ranging from simple possession to nationwide and international conspiracies involving distribution and money laundering.
Our firm has handled hundreds of drug cases at both the state and federal levels, achieving excellent results in the most serious of drug allegations. We routinely represent citizens of other countries, most notably Colombia and Mexico, charged in large-scale investigation cases , as well as people charged as co-conspirators in alleged local drug distribution conspiracies. Typical charges at the federal level involve conspiracy, trafficking or importation of controlled substances such as cocaine, heroin, ecstasy and methamphetamine.
There is no minor drug offense. Possession of a relatively small amount of cocaine base (crack cocaine) can result in an individual being sent to prison for many years, and the maximum punishment for distribution, or possession with intent to distribute, can be life in prison.
The earlier we can go to work for you, the greater the chance of a successful outcome. Each case is different, but there are several things we can do to help each defendant. First, using private investigators and forensic experts, we may be able to receive favorable evidence that could be used to convince a prosecutor not to file charges, or if charges have already been brought, to secure a dismissal of the charges.
If charges are unavoidable, there may be a search and seizure issue to be litigated. Frequently, the best opportunity to avoid a conviction is by having evidence suppressed. This requires an in-depth knowledge of both state and federal constitutional laws and complete understanding of the facts surrounding any search. We litigate numerous search and seizure issues each year with a great deal of success.
The trial of a narcotics case can also be complex, particularly if the federal government is alleging a large national or international drug trafficking organization. We have represented individuals charged with narcotics offenses from Colombia, Mexico, Jamaica and throughout Latin America. We have traveled to Mexico and elsewhere to investigate the facts in order to present the best defense for people charged with drug crimes.
Pennsylvania drug defense lawyer Dennis Boyle is a former prosecuting attorney. He knows how to spot weaknesses in the government's case, and he has a good working relationship with many state and federal prosecutors. Let our attorneys work to improve your chances of a dismissal prior to trial, an acquittal at trial or a highly favorable plea agreement on felony drug charges.
Contact a Harrisburg, PA, Felony Drug Charge Attorney
Learn more about our ability to help you resolve state or federal drug possession or drug conspiracy charges. Contact a Harrisburg, PA, felony drug charge attorney at Boyle, Autry & Murphy for a free consultation at our York, Camp Hill or Philadelphia law offices.
