Carter was convicted of conspiracy to manufacture, possess
with intent to distribute, and to distribute, 50 grams or more of a mixture and
substance containing methamphetamine. The charge carries a minimum penalty of
five years in prison and a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and a
$5,000,000 fine. Prosecutors said Carter engaged in the practice of “smurfing”
(buying small quantities) at local pharmacies to get around restrictions on
purchasing products containing pseudoephedrine, an important chemical necessary
in the process of manufacturing methamphetamine. Carter is one of 12 defendants
charged in a methamphetamine manufacturing conspiracy in Allegany County.
This morning, U.S. Attorney spokesperson Barbara Burns (speaking only to WRN) said postponements are "not uncommon." Burns said sentencing delays are often "caused by the increase in court activity, trials, and issues with the scheduling of attorneys." Carter has had his sentencing delayed on numerous occasions. Burns declined to comment further on the case.
