Out of all the possible criminal charges one can face, drug-related offenses can result in some of the harshest ramifications in the event of a conviction. Formal accusations of possession, trafficking, manufacturing, and the intent to distribute any controlled substance can all potentially result in substantial fines and lengthy prison sentences. Five residents in Morehead City were recently arrested and are now facing charges for these serious offenses.
Details of the arrest
The accused individuals were placed under arrest as part of the conclusion to a two-month undercover operation by law enforcement. During that time, undercover detectives allegedly made multiple methamphetamine purchases from these individuals at a residence within a mobile home park. At the end of February, the police recovered a significant amount of psychedelic mushrooms and methamphetamine along with over $1,000 in cash and two firearms when executing search warrants.
Three of the five suspects were at the targeted location during the time of the search and were subsequently arrested. One of the accused was already in jail before the implementation of the search warrants, while another was placed under arrest after being located some time later. The five individuals now face a myriad of drug charges, with some of the group facing multiple counts for the same criminal offense.
Building the best possible criminal defense
Facing any type of drug charges is a serious matter and can understandably create a difficult and challenging time. Fortunately, there is professional help and support readily available to those formally accused of these allegations. Whether the charge is a misdemeanor, felony, state or federal, an experienced North Carolina criminal law attorney can ensure one’s rights are protected, explore all possible legal options given the unique circumstances of the case and build the best possible criminal defense strategy for trial if necessary.