Legal Question in Criminal Law in Maryland

Definitely! This may be a fine only offense (maximum $500) if they charged you with only paraphernalia. But it would be a criminal drug conviction which will follow you for the rest of your life. This is one of the worst possible convictions to have on your record if you ever plan on getting a good job. Get a lawyer to look into every possible defense. And don't delay, because there are time-sensitive motions in a drug case such as this one.

In addition to defending the charges, a lawyer may help you avoid prosecution in the kind of case that you describe. If you are prosecuted, a lawyer can assist you in understanding your options at each stage in the case. For instance, a lawyer can evaluate the evidence and state's settlement offer and then explain them to you. A lawyer can also assist in presenting mitigation evidence at sentencing.