What to do if I was charged with the possession of under 3 grams of marijuana and paraphernalia?
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What to do if I was charged with the possession of under 3 grams of marijuana and paraphernalia?
I was pulled over and received 2 tickets (both misdemeanors) for appearance before a judge. The officer (state trooper I believe) said most likely, id be on probation for 6 months for each ticket along with license suspension for the same amount of time. They may run each concurrently. my question is what do I plead when I go to court? Even though I confessed to the possession, is it more beneficial to plead not guilty and try to talk to the DA? Is there any way to avoid probation and suspended license? Also, I have never been in trouble before so I have no idea how the court process even works
Asked on December 30, 2013 under Criminal Law, Ohio
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Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Possession of a controlled substances is defined in Ohio as knowingly obtaining, possessing or using a controlled substance under the Ohio Revised Code § 2925.11.
Drug offenses in Ohio, including Possession of a Controlled Substance, or PCS, can result in very serious repercussions and harsh punishments, including prison sentences, fines and negative effects on employment and educational opportunities.
Possessing an illegal drug in Ohio is punishable as a state offense, federal offense or both. Controlled substances or drugs can include medications with a prescription, medications without a prescription, street drugs, illegal drugs, natural substances and chemicals.
I suggest you plead not guilty after you have consulted with a reputable criminal defense attorney in the county where the charge is pending. One can be found on attorneypages.com.
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