Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
marijuana punishment
i just got slapped with a citation for possesion of less than 1 oz of marijuanna, i told the officer i was a year younger than i really am, i am 18, but i told him 17 because i didnt have an id, what could i do to clear thing up before my court date
Asked on 9/30/08, 12:49 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Allen Farshi
Law Offices of Allen Farshi
Re: marijuana punishment
The lie, was a separate offense, which can complicate things. You should definitely consider hiring an attorney. The marijuana possession offense, in itself, however is a petty offense. No jail time but expect to pay a fine plus P&A, and probation.
Law Office of Allen Farshi
818.379.1777.
Answered on 10/04/08, 6:36 pm
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