Drug Trafficking Lawyer in Quincy, MA

Serious Felony Defense for Norfolk County Trafficking Charges

A drug trafficking charge in Massachusetts isn’t just a more serious drug offense. It’s a different category entirely. Trafficking is defined by weight thresholds that trigger mandatory state prison sentences a judge can’t reduce or replace with probation. At Davis Law Group, our trial attorneys bring over 90 years of combined experience to these high-stakes cases, along with a physical presence near Quincy District Court and deep roots in the South Shore community.

We review every detail before critical hearings, explain your options honestly, and build a strategy around your specific circumstances. If your trafficking charge intersects with a family law matter, a professional license, or a business concern, we can address all of it under one consistent approach rather than sending you to a second firm.

Facing a trafficking charge is urgent. Call Davis Law Group at (617) 752-6216 to schedule a consultation and get a clear picture of where things stand before your first court date.

How Massachusetts Law Defines Drug Trafficking

Under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 94C, Section 32E, drug trafficking is determined by the net weight of the controlled substance involved. That single factor separates it from possession with intent to distribute, where weight isn’t the threshold. Once the weight crosses the statutory line, a mandatory minimum sentence applies and can’t be suspended.

The thresholds and mandatory minimums vary by substance:

Cocaine & Class B Substances:
Cocaine trafficking begins at 18 grams. A weight of 18 to 36 grams carries a sentence of 2 to 15 years in state prison with a 2-year mandatory minimum. At 36 to 100 grams, the mandatory minimum rises to 3.5 years.

Heroin, Morphine & Opium:
At 18 grams or more but less than 36 grams, the sentence is not less than 3.5 nor more than 20 years in state prison. Higher weight tiers carry longer mandatory minimums.

Fentanyl & Fentanyl Derivatives:
Trafficking is triggered at 10 grams or more and carries a sentence of not less than 3.5 nor more than 20 years in state prison.

Marijuana:
Trafficking in marijuana is triggered at 50 pounds, with tiered penalties that increase as the weight increases.

Once a trafficking conviction enters, the mandatory minimum must be served in full. That reality shapes every decision from arraignment forward.

Why Quincy Defendants Work with Davis Law Group

Founding attorney James H. Davis III has served as Quincy City Council president. Our involvement in civic boards, charitable organizations, and bar associations reflects decades of standing in the community where your case will be decided. That familiarity matters when navigating local courts and local prosecutors.

A Team Built for High-Stakes Cases

Our team-based structure means senior attorneys set overall strategy while other attorneys work through the technical details of your case. You get both high-level judgment and focused attention on the specifics. We also offer virtual consultations alongside in-person meetings, so you have flexibility without losing the benefit of attorneys who know Quincy District Court firsthand.

One Firm for Every Dimension of Your Case

Our full-service practice is a practical advantage when a felony charge ripples across your life in ways that go beyond the criminal file. If you’re also managing a custody dispute, a professional license at risk, or a business interest, we account for all of those factors in one coordinated strategy rather than leaving you to manage competing advice from separate firms.

What Happens After a Trafficking Arrest in Quincy

Cases that begin in Quincy typically start with proceedings in Quincy District Court before the felony charge transfers to Norfolk Superior Court, which handles all felony matters for Norfolk County. Understanding that procedural path early affects bail strategy, evidence preservation, and how your defense is framed before the case reaches Superior Court.

We schedule consultations quickly to review the police report, court documents, and your questions before any critical hearings. From that first meeting, we identify immediate steps: preserving evidence, locating witnesses, or addressing bail conditions. Our attorneys have direct familiarity with how Quincy law enforcement and local courts approach these cases, and we put that knowledge to work from the start.

Honest Guidance When the Stakes Are High

We return calls quickly and make time for real conversations, not rushed check-ins. When a situation is urgent, we respond outside regular office hours. After a case concludes, we remain available for follow-up questions.

We also prioritize honesty over caseload. If the facts of your situation point in a direction you need to hear, we’ll tell you clearly rather than tell you what you want to hear. Our goal is to give you an accurate picture of your options and advocate firmly for the most favorable available outcome.

Contact Davis Law Group at (617) 752-6216 to discuss your drug trafficking case with an attorney who knows these courts, understands the law, and can prepare thoroughly on your behalf.