Framingham Drug Trafficking Defense Lawyer | The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett
Aggressive Drug Trafficking Defense in Framingham, MA
If you are facing drug trafficking charges in Framingham, Massachusetts, the consequences are severe and life-changing. Mandatory minimum sentences, felony convictions, and forfeiture laws make these cases some of the most serious criminal matters in Massachusetts.
Me and my team here at The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett have extensive experience defending drug trafficking cases throughout Massachusetts, including Middlesex County and the Framingham District Court. We know how to challenge the prosecution's evidence, suppress illegally obtained evidence, and fight for your future.
Understanding Drug Trafficking Charges in Massachusetts
Under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 94C, Section 32E, drug trafficking is defined as the possession, distribution, manufacture, or transport of controlled substances over a certain weight.
Unlike simple possession, trafficking charges are based purely on drug quantity, not whether you intended to sell.
Common trafficking substances include:
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Heroin
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Cocaine / Crack Cocaine
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Fentanyl
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Methamphetamine
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Prescription opioids (Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, etc.)
Even a first-time trafficking charge carries mandatory prison time, meaning judges cannot go below the minimum required by law.
Penalties for Drug Trafficking in Massachusetts
Heroin
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18–36 grams → Minimum 3.5 years, up to 30 years
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36–100 grams → 5-year minimum
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100–200 grams → 8-year minimum
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200+ grams → 12-year minimum
Cocaine / Crack Cocaine
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18–36 grams → 2-year minimum
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36–100 grams → 3.5-year minimum
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100–200 grams → 8-year minimum
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200+ grams → 12-year minimum
Fentanyl
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Over 10 grams → 3.5-year minimum
Additional consequences often include:
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Fines up to $250,000
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Asset forfeiture (cash, vehicles, property)
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Permanent felony record
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Deportation consequences for non-citizens
Statute of Limitations for Drug Trafficking
Massachusetts has a 6-year statute of limitations on drug trafficking cases, but the clock can pause if:
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You leave the state
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A long-term investigation is still ongoing
If you believe you are under investigation, contact me immediately. Do not wait and hope the time runs out—prosecutors often still file charges.
Defenses Me and My Team Use in Drug Trafficking Cases
At The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett, we examine every piece of prosecution evidence. Common defenses include:
Unlawful Search and Seizure
If police searched your home, vehicle, or device without proper probable cause or a valid warrant, evidence can be suppressed.
Lack of Possession or Control
The prosecution must prove you knowingly possessed the drugs.
Entrapment
If law enforcement induced you into committing a crime you otherwise would not have committed, we can argue entrapment.
Chain of Custody Issues
Drug evidence must be properly tested, tracked, and stored. Any break in the chain can result in dismissal.
Lack of Intent
Large-quantity possession does not automatically equal trafficking. We may argue personal use or lack of knowledge.
Why Choose The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett?
Me and my team offer:
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Decades of criminal defense experience
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Strategic, individualized defense planning
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Aggressive litigation in Middlesex County courts
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Direct attorney access and personal attention
I know how prosecutors build drug trafficking cases—and I know how to dismantle them.
Framingham District Court Information
Drug trafficking charges in Framingham are handled at:
📍 Framingham District Court
600 Concord St.
Framingham, MA 01701
☎️ (508) 875-7461
Me and my team regularly appear in this court and understand how these cases move through the system.
Contact a Framingham Drug Trafficking Defense Lawyer Today
If you or a loved one has been charged with drug trafficking in Framingham, you must act immediately. Mandatory sentencing means your freedom is at risk from day one.
Me and my team here at The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett stand ready to protect your future.
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Wellesley, MA 02482
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Cranston, RI 02920
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