Minneapolis Criminal Defense Lawyers Firm Advises People Not to Face Drug Charges Alone

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Ryan Garry - Defense Attorney, with law firm based in Minneapolis, MN, is advising people not to face drug charges alone but to have an experienced criminal defense attorney on their side. Drug offenses are determined by the specific drug and the amount of the drug. The penalties imposed for drug charges when proven can be severe, and having an experienced attorney to provide a defense is crucial. Individuals charged with a drug crime are strongly advised to contact a skilled criminal lawyer in Minneapolis to discuss the offenses in detail, specific to their case.

Ryan Garry says, “Dealing with drug charges can be overwhelming and scary, but you don't have to face them on your own. At Ryan Garry Attorneys and Counselors at Law, we are here to assist and guide you through the process. The consequences of drug charges can be severe, and having an experienced attorney on your side is crucial. Don't let drug charges disrupt your life any further. Our experienced criminal attorneys are here to help.”

Drug offenses are determined by the particular type of drug and the quantity. There are five degrees of drug offenses and all are classified as felonies. Each offense level has several possibilities and it is always a good idea to contact a drug lawyer in Minneapolis when faced with drug charges.

The first degree drug offense has to do with the selling of mixtures of at least 10 grams of heroin, cocaine, or meth or at least 50 grams of mixtures containing narcotic other than meth, heroin, or cocaine at least once within 90 days. The sentence is up to 30 years imprisonment and/or up to $1 million fine. For those who have a prior conviction of this crime, the sentence is a minimum of four years up to a maximum of 40 years imprisonment.

The second degree drug offense involves the selling of mixtures of at least three grams of cocaine, meth, or heroin, or least 10 grams of mixtures containing a narcotic other than cocaine, meth, or heroin at least once within 90 days. The sentence can go as high as 25 years imprisonment and/or up to $500,000 fine. If there is a prior conviction of this crime, sentence is a minimum of three years and a maximum of 40 years imprisonment.

The third degree drug offense involves selling at least one mixture of a narcotic drug or at least one mixture at least five kgs of marijuana within 90 days. It also involves possessing at least one mixture or at least 10 grams mixtures containing a narcotic other than heroin, cocaine, or meth at least once within 90 days. The penalty is up to 20 years imprisonment and/or a fine of up to $250,000. If there is a prior conviction of this crime, the sentence is a minimum of two years and a maximum of 30 years imprisonment.

Ryan Garry LLC offers legal defense representation for individuals and businesses accused of a crime, either by state or federal prosecutors. Ryan Garry is one of the few lawyers in Minneapolis who has earned a Criminal Law Specialist certification from the Minnesota State Bar Association (MSBA). Only three percent of criminal lawyers in Minnesota have earned this certification. Furthermore, every criminal lawywer in the firm is either a Rising Star Superlawyer or a Superlawyer. Ryan Garry has also been recognized as one of the Top 100 Lawyers in Minnesota for each year, from 2018 to 2022. He has gained the reputation of achieving positive results for clients. The firm can assist with different kinds of criminal charges, such as: federal crimes, RICO, murder, DWI, drug crimes, DUI, burglary, white collar crimes, criminal sexual conduct, assault, arson, domestic assault, manslaughter, robbery, mail fraud, healthcare fraud, identity fraud, money laundering, and securities fraud.

Those who would like to know more about the legal services offered by Ryan Garry LLC, MN Criminal Lawyers can check out their website or contact them on the phone or through email. They can be contacted 24 hours a day at any day of the week.