Legal Question in Criminal Law in Maryland

No, possession means that you have it on or around your body. Telling the cops that it belongs to someone else who wasn't in the car isn't going to help. Unless that person is a dealer that is on the State's list and your friend is going to provide cooperation to bust the dealer. But, there may be any number of ways to get the charge dismissed if you get a lawyer.

Anyone may be charged, but it is easier for the state to prove dominion and control over contraband in places under the control of the owner. Cooperation carries the risk of retaliation too. The stakes have to be high to make the risk worth it. I offer a free initial consultation.