Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Tax Law for North Carolina

Q: If I pled guilty to a conspiracy to traffic in federal court do I have to pay a drug tax no drugs were ever found

No drugs were ever taken off my person or from my house. This is a conspiracy charge. The people that showed up to my house said they was taking my property even though they knew they was sending the notices to the wrong address. I had no clue I even owed this 7000.00 in STATE DRUG TAXES. the state dismissed the charge because the feds picked it up

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James L. Arrasmith
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A: Handling federal criminal charges and the related repercussions, including any potential drug tax assessments, can be incredibly complex. Generally speaking, federal and state proceedings are separate and the obligations or liabilities arising from them might be distinct. Given the gravity of your situation, it is essential to consult with an attorney who has expertise in federal criminal defense and potentially a tax professional to fully understand your obligations and rights, especially considering the serious nature of a conspiracy charge and the confusion surrounding the drug tax you mentioned.

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