What to do if arressted for possession and loitering?
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What to do if arressted for possession and loitering?
I was recently arrested for possesion of marijuanna (a roach, under half a gram), drug paraphnelia (cigarette roller) and loitering. This is my first offense and I’m currently attending college and working and having this on my record is not an option. Should I plead guilty or not guilty? Should I consult a lawyer or have a public defender represent me? Is there a chance the judge will drop the charges?
Asked on April 29, 2012 under Criminal Law, Arkansas
Answers:
Kevin Bessant / Law Office of Kevin Bessant & Associates
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
It is always best to seek the professional guidance of a criminal defense attorney to help navigate your criminal case. If you cannot afford to retain an attorney, the court can appoint you one. With the type of drug charges you have, you can always go to trial if there is reason to believe the prosecution can not prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt. If you plead guilty, an attorney can assist in helping you protect your criminal record through a deferred sentence or similar type of probation.
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