Criminal Sale Of A Controlled Substance In The Fifth Degree

Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree (NY PL 220.31) is the lowest-graded criminal sale charge available to Rochester prosecutors, but is still a D Felony with a possible sentence of one to two and half years in prison.

Knowingly and unlawfully selling a controlled substance, even in small amounts, is all it takes to trigger the charge.

Prosecutors are often willing to negotiate terms when it comes to criminal sale of a controlled substance in the fifth degree, but rarely does an unrepresented defendant get the best deal possible.

It’s important that you get in front of any drug sales charge as soon as possible, and bring on experienced legal help right away.

Many people charged under NY PL 220.31 are young adults, and a felony drug conviction will result in lifelong ramifications in all areas of your life.

It may be possible to work out reduced charges, alternate sentencing, or even win a dismissal.

If you or a family member are facing charges for criminal sale of a controlled substance in the fifth degree, call the experienced Rochester defense attorneys at Friedman & Ranzenhofer today at 585-484-7432 for a legal consultation.