Trafficking

Mere possession of certain quantities of drugs can result in the enhanced charge of “Trafficking in Controlled Substances.” The State does not have to prove that you were selling it, just that you possessed it and it met a certain weight. That weight is determined by the total weight of the mixture, regardless of how diluted or pure the substance. For example, just a small amount of cocaine (1 gram) cut into a large amount of baking soda (27 grams), legally becomes 28 grams of cocaine. However, the State still must prove possession, whether actual or constructive (see “Sale and Possession”)

Here are the trafficking amounts of the most common substances: 

Substance
Weight
Minimum Prison Sentence
Cannabis
25lbs
2k – 10k
10k +
3 years
7 years
15 years
Cocaine
28g
200g-400g
400g-150kg
3 years
7 years
15 years
Heroin
4g-14g
14g-28g
28g-30kg
3 years
15 years
25 years
Fentanyl
4g-14g
14g-28g
28g+
7 years
20 years
25 years
Methamphetamine
14g-28g
28g-200g
200g+
3 years
7 years
15 years

If you’re facing any charges, contact Blaine today to discuss your case.