If you have been arrested for possession with intent to sell contact an aggressive and experienced Tampa Drug Attorney to discuss your case and possible defenses to the charge. We represent people charged with possession with intent to sell a controlled substance in Hillsborough County, Pinellas County, Manatee County, Polk County and Pasco County.

It is important to recognize that police may allege that even the possession of a relatively small amount of drugs was with the intention to sell or deliver the drugs. The punishment for intent to sell or delivery is drastically more serious then simple possession. Small factual details often make the difference, although even in tough cases, an aggressive defense may cause the prosecutor to drop the intent to sell or deliver accusation. Factors indicating intent to sell or deliver can include the following:

1. statements by the defendant admitting that he had the intent to sell the drugs;
2. the manner in which the drugs were packaged;
3. the presence of drug paraphernalia such as scales, or baggies;
4. the presence of U.S. Currency (cash);
5. the presence of a firearm or other weapon; and
6. the types and quantities of drugs involved.

Likewise, if any of the factors mentioned above are not present in the case, that may also be circumstancial evidence that the possession was not with the intention to sell. A conviction for “intent to sell” can have serious consequences when it comes to finding housing, qualifying for student loans or financial aid, pursuing a higher education, and finding employment. 

If you have been arrested for possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, contact an experienced Tampa Drug Attorney to discuss your arrest in Tampa, Hillsborough County, Pasco County, Pinellas County, Polk County, Sarasota County, or Manatee County, Florida.