Drug trafficking penalties in Florida carry mandatory minimum prison sentences based on the type and quantity of the substance. Florida law (Section 893.135) and federal law (21 U.S.C. § 841) impose harsh penalties. This guide outlines typical exposure; actual sentences depend on the case.
Florida State Trafficking
Cocaine: 28–200 g = 3-year mandatory minimum; 200–400 g = 7 years; 400 g+ = 15 years. Heroin and fentanyl have similar thresholds. Cannabis: 25 lbs+ triggers trafficking. Fines can reach hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Federal Drug Trafficking
Federal trafficking carries mandatory minimums from 5 years to life. The U.S. Sentencing Guidelines apply; there is no parole. Cases in South Florida are prosecuted in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. A Miami federal criminal defense lawyer can advise. See our drug trafficking charge page and Miami drug crimes lawyer page. Contact our office for a free consultation.