We Defend All Types of Drug Manufacturing and Distribution Cases—Including Low Level Offenses
At the Law Office of Matthew V. Portella, LLC, our New Jersey drug crimes defense lawyers have the skills and experience to handle the full range of manufacturing and distribution cases, including relatively low-level offenses. You could be charged with manufacturing or distribution even if you are not part of a major scheme. If you or your loved one is facing any type of lower level drug manufacturing or drug distribution offense, we are here as a legal resource. Contact our New Jersey drug defense lawyer today for a fully confidential, no obligation initial consultation.
An Overview of Lower-Level Drug Manufacturing and Drug Distribution Charges
Home-Based Drug Production
In New Jersey, home-based drug production involves the unauthorized cultivation or creation of controlled substances within a residential setting. The charge can apply to activities such as growing marijuana or manufacturing drugs like methamphetamine at home. Even if intended for personal use, these activities can lead to serious charges. If you or your loved one is facing a home-based drug production charge, our New Jersey criminal defense lawyer can help.
Local Drug Dealing Offenses
Broadly described, local drug dealing involves the sale of controlled substances on a small scale. Most often, within a community or specific neighborhood. The offense is taken very seriously in New Jersey. Even the selling of small amounts of controlled substances can lead to criminal charges. Penalties can vary based on the drug and amount. If you or your loved one is facing a local drug dealing offense in New Jersey, please do not hesitate to contact us today.
Drug Distribution to Friends or Acquaintances
Unauthorized distribution of a controlled substance is unlawful in New Jersey. Even if the distribution is not truly commercial—meaning it is only occurring between friends, family members, or other close acquaintances—it can still lead to serious consequences. Although seen as low-level, this offense can still result in charges similar to those for more formal drug sales operations. Facing a charge? Contact our New Jersey drug crimes defense lawyer for help.
Possession With Intent to Distribute
Possession with intent to distribute is a charge that involves holding controlled substances with the intention to distribute them. Notably, it is considered to be a distribution offense. In New Jersey, intent to distribute can be inferred from factors like quantity, packaging, cash, and/or possession or distribution of certain types of drug paraphernalia. Even without actual distribution, intent can lead to a serious distribution charge. If you or your loved one was arrested, please do not hesitate to contact our New Jersey drug crimes defense lawyer for immediate help.
What Options Do You Have to Defend a Drug Manufacturing/Distribution Charge?
Every person charged with a crime is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. A criminal charge—including a distribution or manufacturing charge—is fundamentally an allegation. It is your constitutional right to raise a defense. For example, lack of intent may be a viable defense. Alternatively, you may be able to challenge the legality of how the evidence was obtained. If law enforcement violated your Fourth Amendment rights during the search, any evidence might be deemed inadmissible in court. Our top-tier New Jersey criminal defense lawyer can help you explore every potential option for defending the charges.
Why Trust New Jersey Defense Lawyer Matthew V. Portella for a Drug Case
In New Jersey, any drug manufacturing and/or drug distribution offense can carry very serious criminal penalties. Even if you are in an alleged low-level scheme, it is imperative that you have a strong advocate on your team. Matthew V. Portella, Esq. is a top-tier New Jersey criminal defense lawyer. With a devotion to aggressive representation, our New Jersey criminal defense lawyer will:
- Hear your story and answer questions about the charges against you;
- Investigate the allegations—gathering the evidence to build a defense;
- Help you explore all alternative options—from plea deals to alternative sentences; and
- Develop a comprehensive strategy to protect your rights and your interests.
Contact Our New Jersey Drug Manufacturing and Distribution Defense Attorney
At the Law Office of Matthew V. Portella, LLC, our New Jersey drug manufacturing and distribution attorney is committed to protecting the rights and interests of good people who are facing difficult legal situations. Give us a phone call now or connect with us online for a fully confidential case evaluation. From our Haddonfield office, we defend the full range of low-level production, manufacturing, and distribution offenses throughout New Jersey. From our legal offices in Haddonfield, we defend drug charges throughout New Jersey including in Atlantic County, Burlington County, Camden County, Gloucester County, Cumberland County, and Salem County.