Law Enforcement Seizes $45 Million Worth Of Illegal Drugs In Big Rig Trailer – California Penal Code Sections 11352 (A), 11360(A), 11379(A)

On June 23, 2010, federal and state law enforcement officers in San Bernardino County seized over $45 million worth of illegal drugs after stopping a big rig truck for a traffic violation.

During the traffic stop, officers inspected the driver’s paperwork for the load and found that it was not in order. Upon the officer’s request, the driver consented to a search of the trailer. The trailer contained 19 tons of marijuana, 2,700 pounds of cocaine, and 67 pounds of methamphetamine.

The truck driver, Fernando Luevano, 32, has been booked and detained on suspicion of possession, transportation, and sale of narcotics. Bail was set at $5 million.

Under California Health & Safety Code sections 11357(b), 11359, and 11360(a), a person who possesses over 28.5 grams of non-concentrated cannabis is guilty of a misdemeanor, while possession of marijuana for sale or transportation of over 28.5 grams of marijuana are felonies.

Under California Health & Safety Code sections 11350(a), 11351, and 11352(a), possession of cocaine, possessing cocaine with intent to sell, and transporting cocaine are felonies.

Under California Health & Safety Code sections 11377(a), 11378, and 11379(a), possession of methamphetamine can be either a misdemeanor or a felony, while possession for sale or transportation of methamphetamine are felonies.

If you or a loved one has been accused of possessing, possessing with intent to sell, or transporting an illegal substance, you will need an experienced drug crime attorney who will aggressively defend you. At Wallin & Klarich, we have over 40 years experience defending a variety of criminal matters, including drug crimes. Call us today at (888) 280-6839. We will be there when you call.