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Drug Cases And The Use of A Informant

Confidential Informants in Drug Cases It is not uncommon in drug cases for prosecutors to use evidence from a “controlled buy” to support the charges.  Although these types of cases can be difficult to defend, there are several ways to … Read More

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Trafficking vs. Distribution

Is There a Difference Between Trafficking and Distribution? A common question clients have is what is the difference between drug trafficking and drug distribution?  Basically, drug distribution refers to the selling, delivering, or providing of a controlled substances illegally. This … Read More

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Federal Penalties for Drug Manufacturing

You may not have realized but Alabama law is not the only source of criminal penalties for drug charges.  In particular, criminal charges for manufacturing illegal drugs can come from both the federal and state government.  It depends, oftentimes, on … Read More

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Cultivation of Marijuana

Cultivation of Marijuana Plants in Alabama is Illegal Regardless of the push for legalized marijuana across the country, in Alabama, cultivation of Marijuana is a criminal offense.  This is true even if you grow the plant in your backyard or … Read More

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A Life Sentence for a Non-Violent Drug Crime?

So-called “three strikes” laws or habitual offender statutes have been around for a long time.  The purpose of these laws is to keep career criminals off the streets.  Basically, anyone who is convicted of three felonies will face a long … Read More

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Understanding Drug-Free Zone Laws and their Consequences

When the “War on Drugs” first began decades ago, drug-free zones were established and enhancement laws created which increased the penalties for certain drug offenses committed near schools.  Today, all 50 states and the District of Columbia have adopted some … Read More

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Drug Possession Charge in Alabama

A drug possession charge in Alabama can be more complicated than you think.  There are many nuances that most people are unfamiliar with.  It is not as simple as having drugs in your possession.  So, if you are facing a … Read More

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Do Police Really Plant Drugs on Suspects?

We see it all the time in cop shows, where a defense attorney tries to uncover the conspiracy to frame his client.  But, does that happen in real life?  According to a news article, documents were uncovered by the Alabama … Read More

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Illegal Drug Manufacturing in Alabama

Unless you are licensed by the proper state and federal authorities, you cannot manufacture any type of narcotic or other controlled substance.  While it is well known that growing marijuana or making methamphetamine is illegal, those are not the only … Read More

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Drug Arrest in Alabama

So you think your dog, “man’s best friend,” will be loyal to you?  In most cases, that is probably true, but for one Alabama resident, his family pet helped the police bust him for drug offenses. Executing a search warrant … Read More

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