MACON, Ga. – Robert Law, 36, of Lizella, Georgia, is facing more than 15 years behind bars after being sentenced for running a significant cocaine distribution network in Warner Robins. The sentence, handed down Tuesday by U.S. District Judge Marc Treadwell, reflects a lengthy investigation and Law’s history as a repeat offender.
Law received 188 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release after pleading guilty to conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute cocaine and cocaine base. Federal sentencing means no parole. This isn’t Law’s first rodeo; court records show prior convictions for possession with intent to distribute cocaine, sale of cocaine, and trafficking. He’s clearly made a career out of poisoning Middle Georgia.
The investigation, spanning May to September 2018, was a joint effort between the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Warner Robins Police Department (WRPD). Undercover agents and confidential informants built a case against Law, documenting his coordination of drug distribution and conducting controlled buys. The scale of Law’s operation is staggering: he moved a total of 1091.1 grams of cocaine hydrochloride and 121.67 grams of cocaine base.
“Law has demonstrated zero respect for the laws that govern our communities with his continued and prolific distribution of cocaine in Middle Georgia,” stated Charles “Charlie” Peeler, the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Georgia. “Thanks to the excellent investigative work by the DEA and the Warner Robins Police Department, another drug trafficker is off the streets and won’t be able to push illicit and deadly substances in Warner Robins.”
Robert J. Murphy, Special Agent in Charge of the DEA Atlanta Division, emphasized the severity of the crime. “This sentence appropriately fits the defendant’s level of criminal activity,” Murphy said. “The investigation of this case was a success because of the efforts between DEA and its law enforcement counterparts. We want to send a clear message that Robert Law’s sentencing illustrates the seriousness that comes with the distribution of large volumes of poison to the community.”
Warner Robins Police Chief John Wagner echoed those sentiments. “Warner Robins Police are appreciative of the dedication, determination and cooperation of the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the DEA to rid our community of a long-serving drug dealer,” Wagner stated. “Mr. Law’s drug tradecraft has resulted in criminal acts and violence that immeasurably affects all aspects of community life. We can be assured he will no longer be an obstacle to a safer environment for our future.” The case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Charles Calhoun and Steven Ouzts. Inquiries can be directed to Pamela Lightsey at (478) 621-2603 or Melissa Hodges at (478) 765-2362.
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Key Facts
- State: Georgia
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Organized Crime
- Source: Official Source ↗
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