Category: Drug Sentence

Category: Drug Sentence
What Role Does Intent Play in Federal Drug Sentencing?
By: Daniel Perlman | January 15, 2025 | Drug Sentence
If you’re facing federal drug charges, or if someone you care about is, you’ve likely encountered the term “intent." It’s a word that seems straightforward but carries enormous weight in the courtroom. In federal drug sentencing, intent is often the dividing line between severe penalties and more lenient outcomes. To understand why intent matt...
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Federal Sentencing in Drug Crimes: What You Need to Know
By: Daniel Perlman | January 10, 2025 | Drug Crimes, Drug Sentence
Being charged with a federal drug crime is an overwhelming and life-altering experience. Unlike state-level offenses, federal cases are governed by strict sentencing guidelines that often lead to severe penalties, including lengthy prison terms and substantial fines. These sentences are not arbitrary—they follow a complex formula established by the ...
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Mandatory Minimum Sentences for Federal Drug Crimes: What You Need to Know
By: Daniel Perlman | January 8, 2025 | Drug Crimes, Drug Sentence
If you're facing federal drug charges, you’ve probably heard the term “mandatory minimum sentences” thrown around. These mandatory sentences are among the harshest penalties in the legal system, often leaving defendants with little room to negotiate. But while they’re tough, they don’t always leave you without options. Understanding how thes...
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How Prior Convictions Impact Federal Drug Sentencing: What You Need to Know
By: Daniel Perlman | January 3, 2025 | Drug Sentence
When facing federal drug charges, the severity of your situation can be compounded by prior convictions. Federal sentencing laws impose harsher penalties for repeat offenders, and those with a history of felony drug convictions face significantly increased mandatory minimum sentences. Understanding how prior convictions can affect your sentence—and ...
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How the Safety Valve Can Reduce Federal Drug Sentences: What You Need to Know
By: Daniel Perlman | January 1, 2025 | Drug Sentence
Facing federal drug charges can be an overwhelming and daunting experience. In many cases, mandatory minimum sentences can lead to lengthy prison terms that feel impossible to overcome. However, there is a crucial legal mechanism that may offer some hope: the Safety Valve under federal sentencing guidelines. This provision allows for a reduction in ma...
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