Facing a federal controlled substances charge can be a frightening experience. The stakes are high in federal cases, often involving countless hours of investigation and devastating penalties upon conviction. You need an aggressive, experienced defense attorney on your side as soon as possible. Federal court is much different than state court, and having a defense lawyer that is very familiar with federal court, the federal laws and sentencing guidelines and procedures can make a huge difference in your case.  

Ryan Pacyga and his team are in federal court frequently. Ryan Pacyga and Marie Pacyga have earned not guilty verdicts and dismissals in a variety of federal charges, and have real federal court trial experience. At Ryan Pacyga Criminal Defense, we have devoted our entire firm to protecting those facing criminal charges. With a main office in the Minneapolis area, our lawyers are prepared to defend clients in Minnesota as well as throughout the United States. 

Our firm is prepared to defend clients charged with crimes centering on federal controlled substances, including possession and conspiracy to distribute: 

• Methamphetamine 
• Cocaine 
• Heroin 
• Fentanyl 
• Prescription medications such as Vicodin, Percocet or OxyContin 
• “Designer drugs” or “functional analogs” 

 Sentencing Guidelines

Typically, federal crimes carry strict penalties upon conviction. Depending on the facts of the case, federal drug crimes carry larger fines and longer incarceration. Sentences for distribution and trafficking might range from mandatory minimums of 10 years up to life sentences based on the quantity of substances involved. Likewise, charges of manufacturing and possession can carry significant penalties upon conviction. 

Discuss Your Case With An Attorney

If you or a loved one was charged with a federal drug crime, it is crucial to have a strong, experienced team working to protect you. Contact us by calling 612-474-9439 or using our online contact form. At Ryan Pacyga Criminal Defense, we fight to put our clients’ lives in a better place.