QUESTION
How much will my friend serve for selling drugs to an undercover officer?
Asked on Oct 23rd, 2011 on Criminal Law - Texas
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How much will my friend serve for selling to a undercover officer? It's his first offense.
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Michael J. Breczinski
That depends on a lot of factors. First if a deal is worked out. How much drugs did he have etc.
Answered on Jul 03rd, 2013 at 3:12 AM
Gary Moore
With the right criminal lawyer, your friend could avoid jail.
Answered on Jul 03rd, 2013 at 3:00 AM
It really depends. How much drugs? What jurisdiction? What kind of drugs? This is a question best directed towards his lawyer.
Answered on Jul 03rd, 2013 at 3:00 AM
Samuel H. Harrison
Hard to say. It depends on the drug sold, the amount that was sold, your friend's criminal history, where the sale happened, and who the judge is.
Answered on Jul 03rd, 2013 at 3:00 AM
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Depends. How much drugs and how well can the state carry their burden?
Answered on Jul 03rd, 2013 at 2:59 AM
Jacob P. Sartz
Your friend's presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Ultimately, charges depend on the circumstances.
Answered on Nov 07th, 2011 at 9:01 PM
It depends on what kind of drug, how much he tried to sell, and how much he had in his possession.
Answered on Oct 28th, 2011 at 12:11 PM
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The sentence that can be imposed depends on many factors. Prior convictions can effect the length of sentence, the degree of the charge, and the type and amount of the drug.
Answered on Oct 26th, 2011 at 1:51 PM
Geoffrey MacLaren Yaryan
Depends upon multiple factors. He could get probation or he could get a prison commitment which would be served in a county jail.
Answered on Oct 25th, 2011 at 2:02 PM
His sentence will depend on what he is charged with and what he is found guilty of. Without this information, an answer cannot be given.
Answered on Oct 25th, 2011 at 1:23 PM
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Depending on the quantity, the exposure can be short or long. He may be able to get probation and not serve any time.
Answered on Oct 25th, 2011 at 1:08 PM
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In most cases, there will be probation if he is in State Court. However, based on the facts and the controlled substance, there could be jail time. All of this should be discussed by your friend with the attorney he hires to represent him.
Answered on Oct 25th, 2011 at 1:03 PM
If your friend hires a good attorney, it is not likely that he will do any time.
Answered on Oct 25th, 2011 at 12:58 PM
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Depends what he sold and how much he had. I can't really say. Maybe it will just be probation.
Answered on Oct 25th, 2011 at 3:18 AM
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It depends on what he was selling and how much and under what circumstances it occurred. If he is charged with delivery, he is facing a felony with some serious prison time. If he is charged with possession or use, he may be eligible for 7411 which would keep the matter off of his public record. He needs to seek legal counsel before agreeing to anything or pleading to anything.
Answered on Oct 25th, 2011 at 12:16 AM
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The time that he will serve is dependent on what kind of drugs is involved.
Answered on Oct 25th, 2011 at 12:12 AM
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It may depend on several factors, including what type of drug, and what court the matter will be heard in.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 11:18 PM
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Your friend is looking at a felony that cannot be reduced to a misdemeanor and potentially up to 4 years in custody. How much time they will actually do depends on a lot of factors like 'what is their prior record (if any)?', 'what was the substance?', 'how much?', 'how strong is the case against them?' and 'what can their attorney work out?'. Every case is unique but the bottom line is that he needs a good criminal defense attorney, one who routinely practices in the court where his case is pending.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 11:10 PM
Daniel Kieth Martin
California punishes sales of drugs by probation or 2, 3, 4 years in prison. Since this is his first time he will probably get probation.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 6:30 PM
The time a person serves for selling drugs to a undercover police officer depends on what type of drugs he sold and the amount of drugs.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 6:19 PM
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It depends on whether the case is a mandatory or not.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 6:18 PM
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Maybe nothing. Depends on what sold and quantity, whether there was a weapon, county. It is possible that your friend was entrapped, but likely not available if sold to undercover more than once.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 5:35 PM
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IT VARIES WILDLY and insufficient facts are given here (and they should not be given here!). Her attorney will go over it with her. Typically first time offenders depending on circumstances aren't likely to receive substantial prison time if any.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 5:34 PM
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The crime "distribution of a controlled substance" can have a varied sentencing range, from probation to decades in prison. The quantity and type of substance and circumstances around the alleged sale will determine the jail or prison sentence. Your friend should consult an experienced criminal defense attorney in his area to discuss ways to minimize the potential damage.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 5:32 PM
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It depends upon the type of drug and how much he was trying to sell. It is also possible for a 1st offense he may not have to serve any. Have your friend hire an attorney who can review the facts of the case and consult him accordingly.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 5:30 PM
Your question is way too general. There is a big difference between selling 1 gram and 1 kilo!
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 5:29 PM
It depends on what and how much he sold. The more dangerous the drug and the greater the quantity, usually the greater the penalty.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 5:24 PM
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Depends on what it was and how much it was. Chances are the cops will offer a deal to be a snitch. That's a whole other deal though. You need to hire an experience drug attorney in your area and fight it with all you can muster.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 5:23 PM
The answer to this question depends on the following: 1) The amount of drugs your friend is accused of selling 2) The attitudes of the judge in relation to this crime 3) The ability of your criminal defense attorney. At this point, there is only one of those factors that can be controlled by you or your friend, the abilities of your friend's criminal defense attorney. Hiring a good lawyer is the one thing that you can do to help your friend. This lawyer should be able to articulate a strategy that gets him the best possible deal or gives him a chance of getting his case dismissed. Additionally, probation is available for every first offender who is accused of a drug crime, so it might be that your friend does not have to go to prison at all. Good luck and hire someone to help your friend out.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 5:19 PM
Very hard to tell. Contact an attorney in the county in which the arrest occurred to get a sense of the deals and offers (and sentencing, if he goes to trial and loses) in that area.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2011 at 5:11 PM