Arkansas Drug Trafficking Lawyers
Getting charged with drug trafficking in Arkansas is extremely serious. Trafficking charges always carry mandatory minimum prison sentences, – some drug amounts can result in life without parole. That’s why if you, or a loved one, has been accused of trafficking drugs in Arkansas, you most need an experienced criminal defense lawyer on your side. Our Arkansas drug trafficking attorneys can help you understand the charges, build a strong defense, and fight for the best possible outcome in your case.
Overview of Arkansas Drug Trafficking Laws
Arkansas categorizes drug trafficking offenses into a few tiers based on the weight or quantity of drugs involved. Penalties can increase from Tier 1 up through Tier 4, with Tier 4 reserved for the most severe large-scale trafficking. Here’s an a brief overview of the key provisions in Arkansas Code Title 5, Subtitle 6, Chapter 15:
Tier 1 Drug Trafficking
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- Less than 28 grams mixture containing methamphetamine
- Less than 200 grams mixture containing heroin
- Less than 28 grams of any other Schedule I or II substance
- Mandatory 3-10 years in prison
Tier 2 Drug Trafficking
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You were pulled over on Interstate 40 near Little Rock for a minor traffic violation, and police discovered 30 grams of methamphetamine in your vehicle. The officers are now saying you face drug trafficking charges because the amount exceeds Arkansas's trafficking threshold.
What kind of prison sentence am I looking at for trafficking methamphetamine in Arkansas, and is there any way to avoid the mandatory minimum?
Under Arkansas Code § 5-64-440, trafficking methamphetamine in amounts of 28 grams or more but less than 200 grams carries a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in prison and fines up to $100,000. Unlike simple possession charges, trafficking convictions in Arkansas require you to serve at least 70% of your sentence before becoming eligible for parole. However, there may be defenses available — such as challenging the legality of the traffic stop, disputing constructive possession if the drugs weren't on your person, or negotiating substantial assistance agreements where cooperation with law enforcement can sometimes reduce mandatory minimums. An experienced Arkansas drug trafficking attorney can evaluate the specific facts of your stop and seizure to identify the strongest defense strategy.
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- 28-200 grams cocaine
- 28-200 grams methamphetamine
- 200-400 grams heroin
- 28-200 grams any other Schedule I or II substance
- Mandatory 5-20 years in prison
Tier 3 Drug Trafficking
- 200-400 grams cocaine
- 200-400 grams methamphetamine
- 400-600 grams heroin
- 200-400 grams any other Schedule I or II substance
- Mandatory 10-40 years or life in prison
