Brooklyn Drug Crime Lawyer

Skilled Defense for State and Federal Narcotics Charges in Brooklyn

If you are facing drug-related charges in Brooklyn, your future may be at serious risk. Brooklyn prosecutors, including the Eastern District of New York (EDNY) and the Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor, have intensified their focus on narcotics-related crimes. Whether you are accused of simple possession or conspiracy to distribute, the consequences can be devastating. At Sosinsky Law, our firm provides aggressive defense strategies backed by decades of experience in high-profile state and federal drug cases.

Our Brooklyn drug crime defense lawyer, Fred Sosinsky, has earned a reputation for navigating the complexities of narcotics investigations, wiretap cases, and federal drug conspiracy prosecutions. We understand the high stakes involved and know how to protect your rights from investigation through trial.

Call (212) 285-2270 today for a confidential consultation.

Drug Charges We Handle in Brooklyn

Sosinsky Law represents clients accused of a wide range of narcotics-related offenses in Brooklyn, including:

  • Possession of controlled substances

  • Possession with intent to sell

  • Drug trafficking across state or national borders

  • Conspiracy to distribute narcotics

  • Federal drug manufacturing or distribution

  • Drug-related firearm enhancements

  • Prescription fraud or criminal diversion of medications

Our team also handles cases involving marijuana, cocaine, heroin, fentanyl, methamphetamine, MDMA, and other controlled substances. Learn more about our approach to state and federal narcotics defense and how we build a case based on the facts, not assumptions.

Conspiracy Charges in Brooklyn Drug Cases

One of the most common legal tools used by federal prosecutors in Brooklyn is the conspiracy statute. If you are suspected of being even loosely associated with a drug operation, you may face conspiracy charges under 21 U.S.C. §846.

This means that:

  • You can be charged even without possessing drugs

  • You may face the same penalties as a major trafficker

  • A single phone call or message could be used as evidence

Conspiracy cases often result in multiple co-defendants and enhanced sentencing exposure. If you have been named in a drug conspiracy case, visit our page on conspiracy charges in New York for a more detailed breakdown.

Search and Seizure: Were Your Rights Violated?

A significant number of Brooklyn drug arrests result from traffic stops, home searches, or surveillance operations. These cases often hinge on whether law enforcement followed the Constitution.

At Sosinsky Law, we analyze the legality of:

  • Warrantless searches of your vehicle or home

  • Wiretaps used without proper judicial oversight

  • GPS or digital surveillance

  • Seized electronic devices, phones, or emails

Our motion practice has resulted in the suppression of key evidence in cases ranging from simple possession to federal drug trafficking.

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Common Federal Drug Offenses Prosecuted in Brooklyn

The EDNY is one of the most active federal jurisdictions in the country. Brooklyn defendants frequently face charges for:

  • Possession with intent to distribute controlled substances

  • Importation or exportation of narcotics

  • Manufacturing of drugs, including meth and synthetic opioids

  • Use of firearms during a drug trafficking crime

  • RICO charges when drug crimes are linked to organized activity

Sosinsky Law offers strategic legal guidance to clients accused of federal offenses involving narcotics. For a comprehensive look, see our federal drug lawyer page.

Defenses We May Use in Your Brooklyn Drug Case

Every case is different, but there are several powerful defenses that we commonly deploy, including:

Lack of Knowledge or Intent

To convict, prosecutors must prove you knowingly possessed the drugs. If you were unaware the drugs were present or had no control over them, we will argue for dismissal or acquittal.

Unlawful Search or Seizure

If law enforcement violated your Fourth Amendment rights, we will file a motion to suppress any evidence obtained illegally. This often results in dropped or significantly reduced charges.

Entrapment or Government Overreach

We will examine whether undercover officers or informants induced you to commit a crime you otherwise wouldn’t have committed.

Challenging Conspiracy Allegations

Proving a conspiracy requires more than association. We often challenge the existence of any agreement and show that our client had no intent to join an illegal enterprise. Our success in drug conspiracy defense has helped many clients avoid mandatory minimums.

Mitigation for Sentencing

Even in cases where a conviction is unavoidable, Sosinsky Law prepares extensive mitigation reports and sentencing advocacy to reduce penalties. Learn more about our federal sentencing advocacy services.

Sentencing in Brooklyn Drug Crime Cases

Drug offenses prosecuted in federal court can lead to:

  • Mandatory minimums of 5 to 10 years

  • Sentences based on drug weight and prior history

  • Enhancements for weapons or role in the offense

  • Substantial fines and asset forfeiture

However, not every case ends in a lengthy prison sentence. We frequently secure reduced terms through plea negotiations, cooperation agreements, or alternative sentencing. To see our case outcomes, review our Brooklyn criminal defense results.

Who We Represent in Brooklyn Drug Cases

Our clients range from individuals facing their first arrest to those swept up in sweeping DEA and NYPD investigations. We represent:

  • Students and young professionals

  • Business owners and entrepreneurs

  • Immigrants concerned about deportation

  • Individuals with co-occurring mental health or substance abuse issues

We are also frequently retained by medical professionals accused of prescription fraud or diversion and clients charged with gun possession in connection with drug crimes.

Related Charges and Overlapping Allegations

Many Brooklyn drug cases involve additional charges such as:

Sosinsky Law has the breadth of experience to handle complex, multi-charge cases with overlapping legal theories.

Why Choose Sosinsky Law for Your Brooklyn Drug Case?

Fred Sosinsky brings more than 30 years of experience to each case, including high-stakes federal drug prosecutions in the Eastern District of New York. Clients rely on our firm because we:

  • Know the local Brooklyn courts, judges, and prosecutors

  • Understand federal and state narcotics statutes in depth

  • Prepare each case for trial, even when negotiating pleas

  • Offer responsive, strategic, and personalized counsel

Our firm also collaborates with forensic experts, treatment providers, and sentencing consultants to provide a robust, comprehensive defense.

Learn more about our firm overview and attorney profile.

Call a Brooklyn Drug Crime Lawyer Today

Drug crime allegations can follow you for life. Do not take chances with your future. Whether you’ve just been arrested, are being investigated, or are facing serious federal charges, contact a defense team that gets results.

Call Sosinsky Law at (212) 285-2270 or contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation with a seasoned Brooklyn drug crime lawyer.

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Case Results
A successful contractor was arrested and charged with felony possession of a loaded firearm and Class C felony possession of marijuana based upon the seizure of these items in a search pursuant to warrant. As has been well advertised, in almost all gun cases in NYC, prosecutors will insist on state prison sentences even for those willing to plead guilty. After presentation of mitigating evidence however, Mr. Sosinsky was able to negotiate a sentence of nine months in jail for his client, meaning his client was out in six months.
A young man who had been a heralded star high school hoopster in Brooklyn was indicted as part of a large multidefendant fraudulent check cashing conspiracy. The client unfortunately had previously been involved in a similar prosecution and worse yet had been arrested during the pendency of the federal case for yet again committing a similar offense. Notwithstanding these hurdles, Mr. Sosinsky was able to convince the federal judge to spare his client a prison sentence and allow him to earn his freedom while on probation.
Mr. Sosinsky represented a prominent attorney accused of assaulting and endangering the welfare of his 13 year son. It turned out that the child was being used as a pawn by the client’s ex-wife and that the incident at the heart of the case involved proper disciplining of a difficult and, at times, violent child. Eventually, the charges against the lawyer were dismissed.
Mr. Sosinsky obtained a verdict of not-guilty of murder in the execution style shooting of a young man involved in gang activities in Harlem, New York City. By demonstrating important differences in the description of the shooter from witnesses called by the prosecution, Mr. Sosinsky was able to raise valid doubts about the correctness of the identifications made at trial.
A few years back, Mr. Sosinsky represented a Manhattan man who was arrested after stabbing his wife in the neck numerous times with a knife in their Upper West Side apartment. The client was indicted for attempted murder. However, after having the client examined by a forensic psychiatrist, it became evident that a compelling insanity defense was in order. Eventually, the prosecutors involved were unable to adequately prepare to counter this defense and the case was dismissed.

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