New Jersey Attorney Defending Those Accused of Being a Leader of a Narcotics Trafficking Network

A charge for being the Leader of a Narcotics Trafficking Network is an incredibly serious charge with extreme penalties if convicted. Because of this, it is crucial to have an experienced, skilled, and aggressive attorney by your side. 

Ms. Denholtz is a fierce criminal defense trial attorney with over a decade of experience.  Ms. Denholtz offers relentless advocacy, strategic defense, and exceptional service to clients accused of Drug Offenses. 

At Denholtz Criminal Defense, you can trust that your case will receive the meticulous attention and tireless advocacy it deserves.  If you or a loved one are facing Drug charges, Ms. Denholtz is ready to fight for you. Contact Denholtz Criminal Defense today for your FREE consultation: (862) 842-0811 or Tracy@DenholtzCriminalDefense.com.

Leader of a Narcotics Trafficking Network in New Jersey (N.J.S.A. 2C:35-3)

Leader of a Narcotics Trafficking Network: Under N.J.S.A. 2C:35-3, a person is a leader of a narcotics trafficking network if he conspires with two or more other persons in a scheme or course of conduct to unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, bring into or transport in this State methamphetamine, lysergic acid diethylamide, phencyclidine, gamma hydroxybutyrate, flunitrazepam or any controlled dangerous substance classified in Schedule I or II, or any controlled substance analog thereof as a financier, or as an organizer, supervisor or manager of at least one other person.

“Financier” Defined:  "Financier" means a person who, with the intent to derive a profit, provides money or credit or other thing of value in order to purchase a controlled dangerous substance or an immediate precursor, or otherwise to finance the operations of a drug trafficking network.  *NOTE:  It is not necessary for the State to prove that any intended profit was actually realized.

1st Degree Offense:  Leader of narcotics trafficking network is a crime of the 1st degree and upon conviction thereof, a person shall be sentenced to an ordinary term of life imprisonment during which the person must serve 25 years before being eligible for parole. The court may also impose a fine not to exceed $750,000.00 or five times the street value of the controlled dangerous substance, controlled substance analog, gamma hydroxybutyrate or flunitrazepam involved, whichever is greater.

Contact a New Jersey Drug Offense Lawyer for a Free Consultation

Drug cases are very complex and highly specialized.  If you or a loved one are facing Drug charges, such as being the Leader of a Narcotics Trafficking Network, it is crucial to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney.  At Denholtz Criminal Defense, we understand the stakes involved and are committed to providing you with skilled, aggressive, and personalized legal representation.  No matter what the allegations, Ms. Denholtz will provide an honest and detailed evaluation of your case, outline the best legal options available, and craft a defense strategy designed to achieve the best possible result for your unique situation.  Contact Denholtz Criminal Defense today for your free consultation: (862) 842-0811 or Tracy@DenholtzCriminalDefense.com.