If I accidently went through airport security with a loaded magazine, what can I tell the judge to dismiss my misdemeanor?
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If I accidently went through airport security with a loaded magazine, what can I tell the judge to dismiss my misdemeanor?
I accidentally went through the airport with a magazine and bullets (but not the gun). When I went to court I was being charged with a misdemeanor fines and jail. I am a disabled veteran and a full time student. I am afraid the misdemeanor will damage my career. What can I tell the judge to dismiss the charge? I don’t mind paying fines but I would like to work for the goverment. I had no special intent to break the law and unknowingly brought those items in the airport.
Asked on April 3, 2012 under Criminal Law, California
Answers:
Richard Southard / Law Office of Richard Southard
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
A lawyer cannot create a defense or tell a client what to tell the judge. They may suggest ways to phase the actual facts in the light most favorable to their client. I suggest you retain a qualified attorney and see if he can negotiate a reduced charge.
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