Charges of manufacturing meth charges  in Oklahoma are very serious.  With a reputation of being a meth “problem area” Northeastern Oklahoma and in particular Wagoner County now cracks down on meth labs.  For example, in Dec. 2016 the Wagoner County Sheriff busted a house with 19 shake-and-bake meth labs and other drugs.  This led to multiple arrests and as a result, a series of heavy charges.  If you are facing charges regarding manufacturing of meth, read on to understand the gravity of the situation and how we can help.

Proving Manufacturing of Meth:

For a charge of manufacturing to stick, certain situations must be present.  First, the intent to manufacture must be provable.  While possessing supplies that are commonly associated with cooking and taking meth are a strong indicator of intent to manufacture, anhydrous ammonia is enough to prove it alone.  Second, the meth itself may be present.  This would include presence of meth, meth salts, meth isomers, etc.

Manufacturing Methamphetamine Punishments:

Because Oklahoma is cracking down on meth labs, the laws and punishments against manufacturing meth are very strict.  The first offense for manufacturing is a felony.  This is subject to a minimum of 7 years in prison.  Depending on other factors this could increase to a life sentence.  You will also responsible for up to $50,000 in fines.  If law enforcement can prove you are manufacturing over 50 grams of methamphetamine, then the 7 year sentence increases to a minimum of 20 years and a maximum of life.

A second offense is even harsher.  Your sentence doubles from the first sentence you served.  So if you serve 7 years for a first offense, you may serve a minimum of 14 years for a second offense.  This is also subject to Oklahoma’s 85% rule.  Under this rule, 85% of the sentence must be served before any eligibility for parole is available.  Further, no deferment or suspension of a manufacturing methamphetamine sentence is possible.

Manufacturing Meth Charges in Oklahoma We Can Help You:

Our Wagoner drug attorneys understand that life is not always what we expected it to be.  If you find you are facing Manufacturing Meth Charges in Oklahoma the penalties are very harsh.  We believe that a mistake caused by a drug charge can be redeemable and your life doesn’t have to hinge on it.  Let our Wagoner drug lawyers  provide you with the best possible defense.  Read our Wagoner attorneys legal blog or call us today. Our first consultation is free.