Fla. Stat. § 893.135(1)(f)
Methamphetamine Trafficking
Methamphetamine trafficking begins at 14 grams in Florida — and, like all trafficking here, it turns on weight, not proof of any sale. Here is the structure and the penalties.
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Reviewed by Jeff T. Gorman, Criminal Defense Attorney & Former 19th Circuit Prosecutor (Fla. Bar #538183).
Last reviewed: June 2026
Weight, Not Sales
Under § 893.135(1)(f), methamphetamine trafficking begins at 14 grams. As with every Florida trafficking offense, no sale need be proven — possession of a threshold weight is enough to trigger the charge and its mandatory minimums.
The Governing Statute
Fla. Stat. § 893.135(1)(f) — Trafficking in Methamphetamine
"A person who knowingly sells, purchases, manufactures, delivers, or brings into this state, or who is knowingly in actual or constructive possession of, 14 grams or more of … methamphetamine … commits … "trafficking in methamphetamine.""
Read the full statute on Online Sunshine →
The Actual Penalties
Methamphetamine Trafficking — Thresholds & Mandatory Minimums
14 to under 28 grams: 3-year mandatory minimum, $50,000 fine.
28 to under 200 grams: 7-year mandatory minimum, $100,000 fine.
200 grams or more: 15-year mandatory minimum, $250,000 fine.
All are first-degree felonies with a 30-year maximum. (Confirm current tier figures against the statute before publish.)
28 to under 200 grams: 7-year mandatory minimum, $100,000 fine.
200 grams or more: 15-year mandatory minimum, $250,000 fine.
All are first-degree felonies with a 30-year maximum. (Confirm current tier figures against the statute before publish.)
What a Defense Attorney Looks For
- Weight and mixture. Whether the measured weight truly meets the threshold, including how any mixture was weighed.
- Knowledge and possession in constructive-possession cases.
- The search and seizure — the primary avenue for suppression.
- Manufacturing enhancements, if the case involves alleged production, which carry their own serious exposure.
- Substantial assistance as a path to reduce a mandatory minimum.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much meth is trafficking in Florida?
Fourteen grams. Under § 893.135(1)(f), possessing, selling, or transporting 14 grams or more of methamphetamine is trafficking, carrying mandatory-minimum prison terms that increase with weight.
Is meth trafficking a mandatory prison sentence in Florida?
Yes. Methamphetamine trafficking carries mandatory minimums — starting at 3 years for 14–28 grams — that a judge generally cannot go below, absent a statutory exception like substantial assistance.
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This page summarizes Fla. Stat. § 893.135(1)(f) for general informational purposes and is not legal advice. Statutes change; while this page is reviewed by a licensed Florida attorney, always verify the current text on the official Online Sunshine source or consult an attorney about your specific situation. Serving Martin, St. Lucie, Palm Beach, Indian River, and Okeechobee Counties.