Drug Offenses: Legal Defense and Assistance
Drug-related offenses constitute one of the most sensitive areas of criminal law, with both personal and social implications. At the Bianucci Law Firm in Milan, we offer competent and personalized legal defense for those involved in criminal proceedings related to narcotics.
Italian legislation on drug offenses is governed by D.P.R. No. 309/1990 (Consolidated Law on Narcotics), which distinguishes between minor offenses and serious crimes, with penalties varying based on the quantity and type of substance, as well as the context of the illicit activities.
Drug offenses require careful evaluation of the circumstances and a strategic defense to protect the rights of the accused.
Types of Drug Offenses
The main offenses related to narcotics include:
- Production and cultivation: The production or cultivation of narcotic substances is prohibited, except for specific authorizations for medical or scientific uses;
- Possession: Possession of narcotic substances is considered a crime when aimed at trafficking, while personal use is subject to administrative sanctions;
- Trafficking: The sale, distribution, or transfer of drugs is punished with severe penalties, which increase in the presence of aggravating circumstances such as the involvement of minors or membership in criminal organizations;
- International trafficking: The trafficking of narcotic substances on an international scale is one of the most serious offenses, with extremely severe penalties.
Mitigating and Aggravating Factors
In assessing criminal responsibility and penalties, the judge considers several factors, including:
- Minor offenses: If the crime is committed for personal use or in circumstances of minimal severity, the penalty may be reduced;
- Aggravating factors: Involvement of minors, membership in criminal organizations, or large-scale trafficking are factors that aggravate the penalty;
- Cooperation with justice: Active cooperation may lead to significant reductions in penalties.
Our Legal Support
The Bianucci Law Firm offers comprehensive assistance for those accused of drug offenses, ensuring:
- In-depth analysis of the case and applicable regulations;
- Legal defense in criminal proceedings, both during the investigation and trial phases;
- Assistance in cases of possession for personal use;
- Representation in proceedings for reduction of penalties or alternative measures to detention.
Thanks to our experience, we provide effective and discreet legal support, safeguarding the rights of the accused and seeking optimal solutions at every stage of the criminal proceeding.
Possession is considered for personal use when the quantities of drugs do not exceed the limits set by law and there are no indications of trafficking activities.
Penalties range from 6 to 20 years of imprisonment, with fines that can exceed 260,000 euros, depending on the severity of the offense.
Alternatives include probation with social services, rehabilitation programs, or monetary penalties, depending on the circumstances of the offense and the defendant's rehabilitation path.