John R Grasso is a leading criminal defense attorney admitted to practice in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He is a former police investigator and now a top criminal defense attorney providing quality legal representation to criminal defendants on a range of misdemeanor and felony charges. He is focused on helping those who have been accused of drug trafficking and other criminal activities.

John’s team has extensive knowledge of The Uniform Controlled Substances Act under Rhode Island Code Chapter 21-28. This code outlines a wide variety of controlled substances, the restrictions relating to the manufacture, selling and trafficking, along with other detailed information. Controlled substances include marijuana, cocaine and heroin. A person can also be charged with drug trafficking when carrying prescription medication without a valid prescription.

Drug trafficking penalties are based on numerous factors including what type of substance the person has been caught with, how much they have on them and their previous criminal history. Marijuana can carry a year prison sentence and a fine of up to $500, while a kilogram of cocaine or heroin could see the person in jail for the rest of their lives. It's imperative to have legal representation present from when the defendant is first accused to ensure their rights are taken into consideration and that they are not ignored and pushed to one side to get the case closed.

In most cases criminal defendants caught on drug trafficking charges will also be required to do community service and take part in a drug education program. In Rhode Island, being in possession of a controlled substance is seen as trafficking.

During a recent interview, Blake Nolan, the Media Consultant for John R Grasso, said “Any clients who have previously been charged with drug trafficking or other criminal offenses could find themselves facing a much higher penalty, up to double what a person with no criminal history could receive. It is essential that an attorney is hired from when first accused to ensure the defendant’s legal rights are met. The government has been cracking down on illegal drugs and therefore drug cases are sped up to get a conviction and get it over with. This rush often means that mistakes are made in the process, to the detriment of the defendant. Attorney Grasso is known for his in depth investigations to secure accurate evidence to ensure his clients receive the quality representation that they deserve.”

About Us: John R Grasso is an attorney admitted to practice in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. He is also admitted at the Federal District Courts. He is a member of the Bar of the United States Supreme Court and has an experienced support team working at his side to help focus on securing a resolution in the shortest period of time. John Grasso represents criminal defendants on misdemeanors and felony charges throughout the area. He handles a wide range of cases on a daily basis including domestic violence cases, immigration disputes, DUI cases, robberies and so much more. To find out more, visit https://www.johngrassolaw.com.