MARION, Va. (WJHL) — A Marion, Va. man was sentenced to serve 4 years in prison for his role in trafficking and distributing fentanyl on Tuesday.

A statement from the office of Smyth County Commonwealth’s Attorney, Phillip Blevins, announced that 48-year-old Steven Enfield was found guilty of distributing a weapon of terrorism, trafficking controlled substances across state lines, possessing with the intent to distribute a Schedule II controlled substance, and conspiracy.

The statement noted that Enfield was not offered a plea deal, yet he opted to plead guilty to his charges. It mentioned that his plea was regarded by the court as “acceptance of responsibility,” leading to adjustments in the sentencing guidelines.

During the sentencing hearing on Tuesday, Smyth County Attorney Blevins urged the court to sentence Enfield to 20 years in prison, arguing that such a sentence “reflects the serious harm caused by the defendant’s actions and the deadly danger posed by fentanyl.”

The release said Blevins told the court that Enfield “possessed enough fentanyl to be lethal to 8,000 citizens.” Ultimately, the court sentenced Enfield to serve 4 years incarcerated, with 36 years suspended.

“I respect the Court’s decision and acknowledge the delicate balance it must strike,” Blevins said in the release. “I continue to believe that those who deal in fentanyl deserve significant time in prison. My office will not waiver in our commitment to protecting this community and will continue to not negotiate with drug dealers and seek lengthy prison sentences for individuals who peddle poison and perpetuate addiction in this county.”