The experienced Columbia criminal defense lawyers at Sanders & Nettles are dedicated to defending the rights of our clients throughout the State of South Carolina. Whether you are facing misdemeanor or felony drug charges, it is very important that you secure legal representation from an accomplished law firm. Our Charleston SC drug crime attorneys offer free consultations and discuss your case with you, letting you know how they can help you during this difficult situation. Contact Sanders & Nettles immediately to ensure that you get the legal advice and guidance that you need.
Below are some United States drug statistics for 2003:
- More than 1,678,190 people were arrested nationwide for drug related offenses.
- The DEA arrested 10,518 people for cocaine related reasons offenses.
- 2,329 heroin related arrests were made by the DEA.
- Almost 40% of drug related arrests were for marijuana possession.
- Over 4,450 people went to court for Federal methamphetamine charges.
- Women totaled approximately 18% of all drug related arrests.
- More than 4/5 of all drug violations were for drug possession.
Listed below are recent drug use statistics:
- Approximately 46% of Americans over the age of 12 have taken an illicit drug at least once.
- About 40% of Americans at least 12 years of age or older have used marijuana during their life.
- Approximately 14% of Americans at least 12 years of age or older have taken cocaine at least one during their life.
- Roughly 10% of Americans that are at least 12 years of age or older have used LSD during their life.
- Almost 5% of Americans who are at least 12 have tried Ecstasy at least once.