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Drug Trafficking cases should be taken very seriously. In addition to imprisonment, a conviction for this offence can have significant consequences on one’s life and liberty. It is imperative to have an experienced defence lawyer to represent you if you are charged.


Have you or someone you care about been charged with Drug Trafficking?

Drug Trafficking cases should be taken very seriously. In addition to imprisonment, a conviction for this offence can have significant consequences on one’s life and liberty. It is imperative to have an experienced defence lawyer to represent you if you are charged.

What is Drug Trafficking?

Trafficking Lawyer in Toronto Ontario

This charge includes, but is not limited to, selling, giving, transferring, administering, delivering, and offering to sell drugs. It also includes people who aid or abet those who traffic drugs as a party to the offence.

Depending on the nature of the drug and the amount, Drug Trafficking can result in serious consequences, including years in jail. The breadth of Drug Trafficking cases is wide-ranging: from momentary transactions between two individuals for a small amount of marijuana; to ongoing conspiracies over a long duration involving substances like cocaine or heroin. Depending on the complexity of the case, evidence can include extended police surveillance, wiretapping on phone lines, and undercover police agents.

Trafficking can also be committed by holding a substance out to be a narcotic. As long as the accused represented the substance as a narcotic, they can be found guilty of drug trafficking, even if the substance in question is not contraband.

Multiple offences of trafficking, depending on the nature of the drug, can result in extremely high jail sentences, including but not limited to, life in prison.

Drug Trafficking is a very serious crime in Canada, which will put one's liberty, employment and immigration status at stake. Caramanna Friedberg LLP has successfully represented countless individuals facing Trafficking offences.

Criminal law is not simply a vocation for us. It is our passion. Fighting for justice is in our DNA. Founded in 2002 by Sal Caramanna and Matthew Friedberg, our firm is one of a handful in Ontario set apart from the sole practitioner model. Our advantage is in our team-approach, track record, reputation, reliability and empathy. When you choose Caramanna Friedberg LLP you are choosing a team of legal professionals with the power to punch above the weight-class of any one lawyer advocating for your rights.

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See also, possession, production, importing, all drug offences

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The breadth of Drug Trafficking cases is wide-ranging: from momentary transactions between two individuals for a small amount of marijuana; to ongoing conspiracies over a long duration involving substances like cocaine or heroin. Depending on the complexity of the case, evidence can include extended police surveillance, wiretapping on phone lines, and undercover police agents.

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The substance and quantity will determine whether someone is charged with trafficking or not. Certain amounts also triggered mandatory minimum penalties under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. For example, for a Schedule I substance, there is a mandatory minimum sentence of two years imprisonment on importing and exporting under sections 6(1) and 6(2) of the CDSA (and a mandatory minimum of 1 year where it is for the purpose of trafficking) if there is more than 1 kg of the substance.

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Factual Innocence: If the Crown is unable to prove the essential elements of the particular offence beyond a reasonable doubt, they will have failed to discharge their burden, and the accused will be acquitted.

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For Schedule I and II substances, there is maximum punishment of life imprisonment. There are also mandatory minimums if any of the following factors existed:

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Trafficking inludes, but is not limited to, selling, giving, transferring, administering, delivering, and offering to sell drugs. It also includes people who aid or abet those who traffic drugs as a party to the offence.

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Getting drug charges dropped often depends on the specific circumstances of your case and the strength of the evidence against you. A skilled lawyer may identify issues such as improper police conduct, lack of sufficient evidence, or violations of your Charter rights, which can lead to charges being withdrawn or dismissed. Participating in diversion programs, such as drug treatment or community service, may also result in charges being dropped, especially for first-time or minor offences. Demonstrating rehabilitation or presenting mitigating factors to the Crown can further support your case. Consulting with an experienced criminal defense lawyer is crucial to understanding your options and pursuing the best possible outcome. View More

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