David M. Edelstein, P.A.

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  • Established in 2000
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  • David Edelstein has been defending clients facing criminal investigation and prosecution for close to 25 years. He has maintained an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell since 2007 and practices in both State & Federal courts.

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Drug Offenses

There is nothing wrong with using drugs for medical reasons. Drug crimes, however, prohibit prescription drugs from being sold on the black market. Federal and state drug policies strictly regulate the production, sale, and consumption of legal and illegal substances. The term "legal" refers to substances that are not controlled by federal law but may be subject to local regulation. State regulations often mirror federal ones (e.g., marijuana is illegal at both the federal and state level), though they may differ slightly.

The simplest type of crime is the possession of a controlled substance. The prosecutor doesn't have to prove that you owned the drugs or that you even intended to possess them. If you possess someone else's drugs, you could be charged with a crime.

Depending on whether the quantity of drugs was small or large, someone who has been caught possessing a certain quantity could face charges of either simple possession, possession with intent to sell or distribute, or even trafficking. Florida drug trafficking laws forbid the possession of drugs in certain quantities without any evidence that a person intended to sell or distribute them. If you are convicted of drug trafficking in Florida, you could face a mandatory minimum sentence in state prison just for possessing certain quantities of a controlled substance.

There is the possibility that you could face serious prison time even if you are not a big-time dealer. Certain drug sale offenses in Florida also carry minimum mandatory prison sentences if you are convicted. Generally, simple possession of non-drug trafficking amounts of a controlled substance does not carry mandatory prison sentences.

Regardless of what drug crime charge you face, it's important to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. An experienced defense lawyer can sometimes help you avoid jail time, fines, and sometimes even deportation if you are not a U.S. Citizen. Our firm has almost two decades of experience defending clients charged with all types of drug crimes. Call us today for a Free Confidential Consultation.

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David Edelstein: Attorney with David M. Edelstein, P.A.
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Miami, FL

Criminal Defense, Identity Theft, Parole and Probation, Child Abuse and Neglect, Expungements, Restraining Orders, Domestic Violence, Federal Criminal Law, Criminal Appeals, Corporate Criminal Law, Felonies, Misdemeanors, Drugs and Narcotics, Drug Crimes, Assault and Battery, Theft, Sex Crimes, Sexual Assault, Business Crimes, Commercial Crimes, Internet Crimes, Computer Crime, Criminal Conspiracy, White Collar Criminal Defense, White Collar Fraud, Administrative Law, Federal Practice, Administrative Hearings and Appeals, Constitutional Law, Federal Litigation, Litigation, Criminal Law, International Criminal Law, Juvenile Law, Injunctions, Warrants, Probation Violations, Shoplifting, Retail Theft View More

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Paul Grant Dwyer: Attorney with David M. Edelstein, P.A.
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Miami, FL

Civil Litigation, Civil Trial, Criminal, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Litigation/Trial Advocacy/Advocacy, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Trial, Theft, Weapons Charges, Expungements, Federal Criminal Law, DUI/DWI, Drug Crimes, Felonies, Homicide, Juvenile Law, Misdemeanors, Parole and Probation, Sex Crimes, Domestic Violence, Sexting, Restraining Orders, Assault, RICO, White Collar Crime, Criminal Law, Immigration, Employment Visas, Investor Visas View More

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Leonard S. Feuer: Attorney with David M. Edelstein, P.A.
Leonard S. Feuer
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Miami, FL

Assault, Criminal Law, Drivers License Suspension, Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, ERISA, Expungements, Felonies, Juvenile, Misdemeanors, Parole and Probation, RICO, White Collar Crime, Drug & Alcohol Crimes, Property & Theft Crimes, Violent Crimes, Sexual O, Appellate Practice, Criminal Appellate, Government, Litigation/Trial Advocacy/Advocacy, Trial, Identity Theft, Child Abuse and Neglect, Restraining Orders, Domestic Violence, Federal Criminal Law, Corporate Criminal Law, Drugs and Narcotics, Assault and Battery, Theft, Sex Crimes, Sexual Assault, Business Crimes, Commercial Crimes, Internet Crimes, Computer Crime, Criminal Conspiracy, White Collar Criminal Defense, Federal Practice, Administrative Hearings and Appeals, Constitutional Law, International Criminal Law View More

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