Legal Question in Criminal Law in Maryland

Posession of marijuana

My friend was driving me in his car to a local liquor store to buy some beer. My friends car was searched and a small bag of marijuana was found in the center console. I was unaware that my friend had marijuana in his posession, but I was still charged with posession of marijuana.

What should I do? I am required to attend a preliminary drug hearing at the District Courts. I have no previous criminal record or arrests.


Asked on 10/26/08, 10:56 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Posession of marijuana

The law is if you knew, or should have known, there were drugs in the car, you can be found guilty of possession. Since a criminal conviction can have far reaching ramifications, you should consult with a criminal attorney.

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Answered on 10/27/08, 12:15 am


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