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Lawrence Drug Trafficking Defense Lawyer

Lawrence Drug Trafficking Attorney โ€“ Defending Serious Felony Charges

Arrested for drug trafficking in Lawrence? You need a skilled defense. Drug trafficking charges in Massachusetts carry some of the harshest penalties in the criminal code, including mandatory prison time, asset forfeiture, and a permanent felony record. If you've been arrested in Lawrence for trafficking in heroin, cocaine, fentanyl, or marijuana, it's critical to speak with an experienced criminal defense lawyer immediately.

At Marin, Barrett & Murphy Law Firm, we bring an aggressive, strategic defense approach to every case.

๐Ÿ“ž Call (857) 229-2442 now for a free consultation with a top criminal defense attorney.

What Constitutes Drug Trafficking in Massachusetts?

Under M.G.L. Chapter 94C, Section 32E, drug trafficking is defined by possessing or distributing large quantities of controlled substances. Common thresholds include:

๐Ÿ”น Cocaine or Crack: 18+ grams
๐Ÿ”น Heroin: 18+ grams
๐Ÿ”น Fentanyl: 10+ grams
๐Ÿ”น Marijuana: 50+ pounds

Charges can be filed even without evidence of saleโ€”possession by weight alone is sufficient.

Penalties for Drug Trafficking

Massachusetts imposes mandatory minimum prison sentences that vary by drug and quantity:

โ›“๏ธ 3โ€“12 years in prison (minimums increase with quantity)
๐Ÿ’ฐ Fines up to $50,000
๐Ÿ“‰ Asset forfeiture, loss of housing, employment, and driver's license
๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ Lifetime consequences, including immigration and voting restrictions

Your Case Will Be Heard At

Lawrence District Court
๐Ÿ“ 26 Common Street, Lawrence, MA 01840
๐Ÿ“ž (978) 689-5431
๐Ÿ”— Click for directions and court details

How We Fight Drug Trafficking Charges

At Marin, Barrett & Murphy Law Firm, we focus on minimizing or eliminating felony exposure through:

๐Ÿ” Challenging illegal search/seizure and evidence collection
โš–๏ธ Verifying lab drug weight and chain of custody
๐Ÿšซ Demonstrating lack of knowledge or control
๐Ÿ“ Filing for charge reduction to possession
๐Ÿค Negotiating alternative sentencing under certain legal provisions

Why Clients Choose Us

๐ŸŽฏ Relentless defense from experienced felony attorneys
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Deep familiarity with Lawrence District Court procedures
โœ… Proven track record of getting trafficking charges reduced or dismissed
๐Ÿค One-on-one attention and tailored legal strategies

Contact Marin, Barrett & Murphy Law Firm Today

Marin, Barrett & Murphy Law Firm
๐Ÿ“ 572 Washington Street, Suite 21, Wellesley, MA 02482
๐Ÿ“ž (857) 229-2442
๐ŸŒ www.krbarrettlaw.com

We're available 24/7 to discuss urgent cases. If you've been arrested or charged with drug trafficking in Lawrence, don't waitโ€”call now for fast, strategic legal guidance.

๐Ÿšจ URGENT: Facing drug trafficking charges in Lawrence? Call now for a free, confidential consultation.

Kensley Barrett

Our law firm was founded on the belief that working with us is more than just hiring a lawyer. Working with us will bring you peace of mind and also allow you to continue with your regular life while we attend to your legal matters. Our vast experience means that it allows us to excel in both aggressively representing your interests and generating the best possible result for you.

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