Cocaine Charges in Santa Rosa
Experienced Drug Defense Lawyer Ready to Fight for You
As a Schedule I drug, cocaine leads to harsh charges under California law. Depending on your circumstances, you may face misdemeanor or felony charges after an arrest for a cocaine-related drug crime.
Contact my criminal defense firm, The Law Office of Joe Bisbiglia, to receive the legal representation required by your situation. As a drug crime lawyer in Santa Rosa, I have helped thousands of clients obtain successful results. With more than 15 years of experience, you can rely on my firm to fight for you. Contact my firm today to or fill out a case evaluation!
Penalties You Can Face for Cocaine Crimes
The amount of prison time and fines you may face for a cocaine crime is based upon the nature of your charge and, in some cases, the amount involved. For example, possession of any amount of cocaine can result in prison sentencing ranging from 16 months to 3 years, as per the judge’s discretion. Similarly, a conviction of trafficking may result in up to 5 or 9 years, depending on the details of the offense.
Sale of cocaine, on the other hand, is punished according to the nature of a sale:
- 2-4 years in prison for charges of a basic sale
- 3-5 years in prison for possessing cocaine base with intent to sell
- Up to 9 additional years for sales involving a minor
- Up to 5 additional years for sale near a school
- Additional time for sales near a religious or youth center
In addition to prison sentencing, some fines and community service will be required after a crime. When a crime is non-violent, state law allows the defendant to opt for minimal charges in exchange for probation or a short jail sentence. With an experienced Santa Rosa drug defense attorney on your side, you can work to reduce or completely eliminate your charges.
With more than 15 years of experience, I am prepared to handle whatever charges you may be facing. Call my firm, The Law Office of Joe Bisbiglia, to schedule a phone consultation.