Possession of Cocaine  Defense Lawyer in Raleigh

It is illegal to possess any amount of cocaine in North Carolina. If you are caught with any amount of cocaine, you will be charged with a felony. The type of felony and the potential penalties vary, depending on the amount of drug in question:

• 28 to 199 grams: Class G felony, punishable by 35 to 42 months in prison, mandatory minimum $50,000 fine
• 200 to 399 grams: Class F felony, punishable by 70 to 84 months in prison, mandatory minimum $100,000 fine
• 400 grams or more: Class D felony, punishable by 175 months to 219 months in prison, mandatory minimum $250,000 fine

Cocaine Under the Law

It is important to note that both North Carolina and federal statutes governing the possession of cocaine extend to isomers, salts, compounds and derivatives of the drug, including:

• Crack cocaine
• Cocaine sulfate
• Freebase
• Any preparation of coca leaves

Build Your Defense Now

If you are facing any cocaine-related drug charges, it is essential that you work with an experienced Raleigh defense attorney right away.

Contact The Floyd Law offices to schedule a free and confidential review of your case. 
Call us today at (919) 805-3663.