Legal Question in Health Care Law in California

Hello, I am 17 and on 12-25-10 at around 12:15 am, I was cited for possession of Marijuana Vehicle code 13357 (b). Well since I do know my country, and State, California just imposed SB 1449, into effect of Jan 1st, 2011. I was wondering, since I am going to court because the cop signed it as a misdemeanor, will the judge possibly turn it into an infraction?


Asked on 1/07/11, 7:30 pm

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Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Unfortunately since the new law was in effect, you can still be charged with a misdemeanor. But the maximum penalty is the same (a $250 fine). Have fun with the situation. Plead not guilty. Demand a jury trial. Unless the DA is brickbat crazy they will reduce it to an infraction.

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Answered on 1/12/11, 7:55 pm


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