Class X Felony Drug Charges
Federal laws prohibit the sale or possession of narcotics. However, most drug crimes are prosecuted at the state level. Therefore, most states have their own specific laws and regulations against the use and possession of illegal drugs. In Illinois, drug charges can range considerably in severity, but the most serious drug crimes are classified as Class X felonies. Class X felony convictions carry a range of negative consequences, including mandatory minimum sentences and no possibility of serving the sentence on probation.
If you or someone you know has been accused of a Class X felony drug crime, you need an experienced legal representative on your side to ensure that your rights and interests are fully protected. Contact the Champaign drug crime defense attorneys of Bruno Law Offices today at (217) 328-6000 to discuss the details of your case with a qualified member of our legal team.
Penalties for Class X Felony Drug Charges
Class X felony drug charges are typically reserved for those who intend to manufacture or distribute illegal drugs, and penalties can vary based on the quantity of narcotics in the individual’s possession. Penalties may include:
- 6 to 30 years imprisonment for those possessing between 15 and 100 grams
- 9 to 40 years imprisonment for those possessing between 100 and 400 grams
- 12 to 50 years imprisonment for those possessing between 400 and 900 grams
- 15 to 60 years imprisonment for those possessing more than 900 grams
Additionally, those convicted of a Class X felony drug charge may be fined an amount equivalent to the street value of the drug in question.
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If you or someone you know has been accused of a Class X felony drug crime, it is important that you secure representation immediately. Contact the Champaign criminal defense lawyers of Bruno Law Offices today at (217) 328-6000 to learn more about what you can do to defend yourself against this damaging accusation.