If you have been arrested with possession of an opiate with intent to sell, deliver or distribute in violation of Florida statute 893.13 you will need an experienced attorney to represent you! The skilled staff attorneys of Fineboom & Haenel are available to provide an excellent defense to you!
Under the Florida statue,“distribute” means to deliver. “Deliver” or “delivery” means the actual, constructive, or attempted transfer from one person to another of a controlled substance. Opiates and there derivatives are a controlled substance. “Sale” is any form of delivery, which includes barter, exchange or gift, or offer in exchange for opiates.
Possession with intent to sell, deliver or distribute is a second degree felony punishable by up to 15 years in the Florida Department of Corrections and a $10,000 fine.
If the possession occurred within 100 feet of a church, park or school, the crime is enhanced to a 1st degree felony punishable by up to 30 years in the Florida Department of Corrections!!
As you can see, the penalties for this crime can be severe. Especially if you happened to be standing within 100 feet of a church, school or park (and realistically when was the last time you passed any neighborhood that did not have a church, school or park within its boundaries?) The attorneys of Finebloom & Haenel have over 30 years of experience in handling drug charges. We have the knowledge to customize a defense strategy that will result in the best possible outcome for your unique set of circumstances. Don’t trust an inexperienced or overworked lawyer to handle your case.
Call thee law offices of Finebloom & Haenel today. Our attorneys are available to discuss your options 24/7 when you call 407-218-6277. Don’t delay call now!
