Drug Trafficking Defense in Georgia
As a seasoned Atlanta drug trafficking defense attorney, Jeff Manciagli represents clients facing life-altering drug offense allegations. He knows what is at stake and how to protect your rights with a strong defense strategy.
When law enforcement gathers evidence by the second, there is no time to waste. Don’t let your fate sit in the hands of an inexperienced Atlanta criminal defense lawyer. Turn to Jeff Manciagli for 38 years of experience winning drug cases.
Penalties for Drug Trafficking in Georgia
Individuals convicted of trafficking significant amounts of crack, cocaine or crystal meth face minimum sentencing guidelines — even for first-time trafficking charges. The prison term and fine imposed depend on the amount of drugs involved.
Ecstasy Trafficking
Penalties for trafficking ecstasy are determined by quantity:
| Amount |
Prison Sentence |
Fine |
| 28g to <200g |
3-30 years |
$25,000-$250,000 |
| 200g to <400g |
5-30 years |
$50,000-$250,000 |
| 400g or more |
10-30 years |
$100,000-$250,000 |
Cocaine Trafficking
Individuals found guilty of trafficking cocaine or cocaine mixtures face:
| Amount |
Prison Sentence |
Fine |
| 28g to <200g |
Minimum 10 years |
$200,000 |
| 200g to <400g |
Minimum 15 years |
$300,000 |
| 400g or more |
Minimum 25 years |
$1 million |
Morphine, Opium, and Heroin Trafficking
Trafficking these Schedule I or II substances carries the following penalties:
| Amount |
Prison Sentence |
Fine |
| 4g to <14g |
Minimum 5 years |
$50,000 |
| 14g to <28g |
Minimum 10 years |
$100,000 |
| 28g or more |
Minimum 25 years |
$500,000 |
Marijuana Trafficking
Selling, manufacturing, growing, delivering, importing, or possessing marijuana is penalized as follows:
| Amount |
Prison Sentence |
Fine |
| 10lbs to <2,000lbs |
Minimum 5 years |
$100,000 |
| 2,000lbs to <10,000lbs |
Minimum 7 years |
$250,000 |
| 10,000lbs or more |
Minimum 15 years |
$1 million |
Methamphetamine Trafficking
Trafficking methamphetamine or amphetamine carries these punishments:
| Amount |
Prison Sentence |
Fine |
| 28g to <200g |
Minimum 10 years |
$200,000 |
| 200g to <400g |
Minimum 15 years |
$300,000 |
| 400g or more |
Minimum 25 years |
$1 million |
If you’re facing drug trafficking charges, consult with our Atlanta-based drug trafficking attorney to discuss your case.
Georgia Leader for Drug Trafficking Cases
With years of extensive criminal defense experience throughout Atlanta and Fulton County, Jeff Manciagli knows what it takes to defend clients accused of serious drug charges. He offers aggressive defense to clients facing charges of cocaine or methamphetamine trafficking and conducts thorough investigations focused on uncovering any evidence that can be used in their favor. If law enforcement fails to secure a proper search warrant or violates the search warrant’s terms, Jeff Manciagli will aggressively fight for a dismissal.
Proven through decades of representing clients facing drug charges in the federal courts, Jeff Manciagli can negotiate with prosecutors on plea agreements for a reduction of charges. Prosecutors recognize Jeff Manciagli’s experience and are often more amenable to negotiating your claims, knowing his track record in winning cases.
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