Case Result: Federal court - sale of counterfeit pharmaceuticals

Facts: The Homeland Security Agency had conducted a lengthy investigation. After a series of controlled buys, a search warrant, and a confession, the client was charged with conspiracy and trafficking counterfeit drugs. The sentencing guidelines called for a 24 - 30 month prison sentence.

Results: After a sentencing argument, the judge imposed one year of prison with only two years of supervised release. The government was looking for much more time.