Possession with Intent to Distribute
Possession with Intent to Distribute is a felony drug charge. An essential element of this charge that the State must prove is that you had an actual intent to distribute the drugs. Many times the evidence needed to prove Possession with Intent to Distribute is circumstantial. The quantity of drugs possessed can lead to an inference that the drugs were possessed with an intent to distribute. The possession of scales, baggies, ledger books and cash can also lead to an inference that the drugs were possessed with an intent to distribute. Finally, statements you make to undercover officers or confidential informants also may lead to an inference that the drugs were possessed with an intent to distribute them. Actual distribution is not required; rather, it is the intent to distribute that is the basis of this charge.
Defense of a Possession with Intent to Distribute Charge
Law enforcement and prosecutors view a person charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute as a drug dealer who happened to get caught before he could complete the sale of the drugs. Just like in simple possession cases, Possession with Intent to Distribute charges usually involve searches and seizures issues that must be carefully analyzed. Determining the search issues that must be raised in a Motion to Suppress is essential to an effective defense to Possession with Intent to Distribute. Many times the success of your defense to Possession with Intent to Distribute is determined by the Motion to Suppress.
Logan Butler is a criminal defense attorney and a former prosecutor. He has handled the defense of Possession with Intent to Distribute cases and argued Motions to Suppress in these cases. Since Possession with Intent to Distribute is based largely on the specific facts of your case and what your intent was, a criminal defense attorney can protect you if you are charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute.
