Drug Crimes Lawyer in Boston

Drug charges in Massachusetts carry some of the harshest penalties in the country. A conviction can mean years in state prison, crushing fines, and a criminal record that follows you for life. At the Law Offices of Brett Levy, we’ve spent more than 30 years defending clients in Boston Municipal, District, Superior, and Federal Courts against allegations of drug possession, distribution, trafficking, and manufacturing. From the first police interview through trial and appeal, our Boston drug crimes lawyers protect your rights, move to suppress illegally obtained evidence, and pursue dismissals, not guilty verdicts, or favorable plea agreements whenever possible.

If you’ve been arrested or are under investigation for any drug‑related offense, misdemeanor or felony, call us immediately. Early, aggressive intervention can drastically reduce your exposure to jail and other life‑altering consequences.

Drug Crime Cases We Handle in Boston

We defend clients against the full spectrum of drug offenses under M.G.L. c. 94C, including:

Simple Possession, even minor personal-use amounts of heroin, cocaine, or prescription meds without a valid script can lead to jail time.
Possession with Intent to Distribute or Sell, prosecutors look for scales, baggies, cash, or text messages to upgrade simple possession to a felony.
Distribution & Trafficking, transporting, delivering, or dealing large quantities of drugs; mandatory-minimum sentences increase with weight.
Manufacturing & Cultivation, meth labs, pill presses, or large‑scale marijuana grows expose defendants to severe penalties.
Conspiracy to Violate Drug Laws, allegations of a coordinated scheme, often charged alongside wiretap or RICO counts.

Whatever you’re facing, we know the defenses that work, and the mistakes police make. For over 30 years attorney Brett Levy has been one of Boston’s best drug crimes attorneys.

How a Drug Crimes Lawyer Can Protect Your Rights

Navigating drug crime charges requires skilled legal representation. Drug prosecutions often hinge on search-and-seizure issues: bad traffic stops, defective warrants, or illegal apartment searches. We dissect the Commonwealth’s case, file motions to suppress, and negotiate from a position of strength. Attorney Levy has represented thousands of clients in Superior, District, and Federal Courts across Massachusetts, fighting to:

From arraignment to trial, we keep you informed and in control.

Understanding Massachusetts Drug Laws and Penalties

It is important to understand the drug laws and penalties in Massachusetts if you are facing drug-related criminal charges. Under Massachusetts laws, different types of drug classes determine the kind of penalties for manufacturing, possessing, or distributing drugs. Here is a category of drug classes along with penalties:

Class A: Heroin, fentanyl, up to 2 years in the house of corrections and a $2,000 fine.
Class B: Cocaine, meth, oxycodone, up to 1 year in the house of corrections and a $1,000 fine.
Class C: Xanax, Valium, up to 2 years in the house of corrections and a $5,000 fine.
Class D: Marijuana (non-medical and greater than legal limits), up to 6 months in the house of corrections and a civil fine.
Class E: Small‑dose codeine mixtures, up to Up to 9 months in the house of corrections and a $2,500 fine.

Frequently Asked Questions About Drug Crimes

What does a drug crimes lawyer actually do?

A skilled drug crimes lawyer provides far more than courtroom representation. We scrutinize how the drugs were discovered, handled, and tested. If law enforcement failed to follow proper procedure, we file motions to suppress that evidence and potentially get the case dismissed. Beyond that, we negotiate aggressively with prosecutors to reduce charges, dismiss counts, or secure pretrial diversion or treatment options. We handle all phases of criminal proceedings: arraignment, discovery, evidentiary motions, trial, and appeals if necessary.

Our goal is always the same: protect your rights, minimize your exposure, and win when you need it.

Why hire a lawyer if I’m “only” charged with possession?

Even a single conviction for simple possession under M.G.L. c. 94C § 34 can affect your employment, immigration status, student loans, housing, and professional licenses.

A seasoned drug defense attorney will examine whether the evidence was lawfully obtained. Was there a valid reason for the search? Did you consent? Were your Miranda rights respected? We may be able to get the charges dismissed outright or suppress the key evidence. In other cases, we negotiate a continuance without a finding (CWOF) that can avoid a conviction altogether and allow your record to be sealed after a successful probation period.

In short, “just possession” can ruin your record. With the right lawyer, it doesn’t have to.

What are the penalties for drug crimes in Massachusetts?

The penalties for drug offenses in Massachusetts vary dramatically depending on three main factors: (1) the type of substance (Class A through E), (2) the amount, and (3) your prior criminal record. For example:

Simple possession of heroin (Class A) can result in up to 2.5 years in jail, even for a first offense.
Possession with intent to distribute,even a small amount of cocaine in separate baggies,can lead to mandatory minimum state prison time.
Trafficking charges for heroin, fentanyl, or cocaine come with mandatory minimums starting at 3 years, escalating based on weight.
School zone enhancements can add an additional 2-year mandatory sentence, even for low-level offenses.

Even if you’re eligible for probation, you could still face driver’s license suspension, asset forfeiture, and a criminal record that permanently affects your future. But with early intervention and an experienced drug crimes lawyer, you may be able to avoid jail, reduce your charges, or eliminate them entirely. We’ve been doing exactly that for clients across Massachusetts for over 30 years.

Contact an Experienced Boston Drug Crimes Lawyer Today

Don’t let a drug arrest decide your future. Call the Law Offices of Brett Levy at 617-338-2700 or for a free, confidential consultation. Let us fight for you starting today.