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Lynn, Massachusetts Man Sentenced for Counterfeit Pill Trafficking Conspiracy

A Lynn man recently has been sentenced in federal court for his involvement in a North Shore-based drug trafficking organization (DTO) that distributed tens of thousands of counterfeit prescription pills containing fentanyl and methamphetamine. Nelson Mora, 31, received a 44-month prison sentence, followed by three years of supervised release. Mora had pleaded guilty in April 2024 to conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute controlled substances.

Mora was one of 23 individuals charged in October 2022 in connection with a widespread drug trafficking conspiracy to traffic counterfeit prescription pills. The DTO was responsible for distributing counterfeit oxycodone pills containing fentanyl and counterfeit Adderall pills containing methamphetamine in the Lynn area. Mora, who had access to a pill press machine, sold 2,000 counterfeit oxycodone pills containing fentanyl to an undercover law enforcement officer in 2022. Several hundred pharmaceutical-grade oxycodone pills were recovered during a search of his residence in October 2022.

Have You Been Charged with Drug Trafficking Conspiracy? Get Help Defending Against Counterfeit Pill Trafficking Charges

What should be concerned with regarding Drug Trafficking Sentencing? Think about what type of drugs and narcotics were a part of your case? How much drugs were found or seized? What is your criminal record like? Is this your first time facing charges? What harm do you pose to the public? What financial benefits did you get from drug trafficking? The attorney you hire should review all aspects of your case with you.

By understanding the gravity of counterfeit pill trafficking charges and employing a strategic defense, individuals can better navigate the legal challenges they face.

Dhar Law is a top ranked Boston law firm with experienced attorneys who have the passion and skill to defend you with precision against complex drug trafficking conspiracy charges and counterfeit pill charges. The best defense is a smart defense. Don’t waste time. Get the top rated attorneys at Dhar Law working for you today. Call us at 617 880-6155

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