Officials are finding tons of marijuana along the Mexican border…this time literally. On Tuesday, federal authorities reported seizing more than two tons of the stuff hidden in vehicles by brush and tarps. This amount of marijuana is certainly not someone’s private stash: it was most likely meant to be distributed throughout the area and sold for an estimated $2.15 million. Arizona transportation of marijuana and Arizona marijuana trafficking cases are not always this large, but each case is taken very seriously by Arizona courts.
Even a small amount of marijuana being trafficked or transported can have very serious consequences. These charges are categorized as felonies, and drug convictions carry with them fines, prison time, probation, and of course, a felony on your record forever. This is a long term effect of a crime that many do not consider. It will hands down affect your future job and career goals and opportunities. A Phoenix marijuana trafficking charge Phoenix marijuana transportation charge is nothing to take on without an experienced and knowledgeable Arizona marijuana trafficking lawyer. Tempe marijuana lawyer Matthew Lopez will thoroughly review all aspects and documents regarding your case, be available to answer any and all questions you have, and will fight to get you the best possible outcome.
Tempe marijuana criminal defense attorney Matthew Lopez Law focuses on its clients well being and their success with their legal issues. If you are charged with Arizona marijuana transportation or Arizona marijuana trafficking, contact Phoenix criminal defense lawyer and Tempe marijuana lawyer Matthew Lopez immediately.
Author Bio
Matthew L. Lopez
Matthew L. Lopez is the Managing Attorney and founder of Matthew Lopez Law, a criminal defense and DUI firm serving clients throughout Arizona. His track record of case dismissals and charge reductions has earned him honors, including a National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 nomination, a “Superb” 10/10 Avvo rating, and a Rising Star designation by Super Lawyers.
Matthew is a member of the National College for DUI Defense and holds active memberships with the Arizona Association for Criminal Justice and the Arizona Association for Justice. His firm handles criminal defense, DUI, drug charges, and traffic offenses, offering free consultations and affordable payment plans to make quality defense accessible to all Arizonans.
Schedule your Consultation Now
Practice areas
-
Tempe
-
Lake Havasu City
-
Apache Junction
-
Parker