Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts

Re: Minor in Possession

There is a case, its merits may be questionable.

Re: Minor in Possession

You should consider retaining an attorney to determine exactly what evidence the Commonwealth claims to have against you and speak only with that attorney and not on an open forum like this. Good Luck!

Re: Minor in Possession

I agree with the advice given by Attorney Murray. Speaking purely hypothetically, you raise an interesting issue, but it remains to be seen what evidence the police think they have. For example, people at the party may have made statements about you to the police. In any event, you should talk to an attorney directly, rather than discussing your situation on this bulletin board.

Re: Minor in Possession

If you have a summons there is obviously enough to bring charges. The question is will you be convicted. The answer is unlikely. They may have witnesses that place you at the party, but proving the beers were yours will be difficult. Unfortunately, you will have to hire a lawyer to represent you or get court appointed counsel if you can't afford it, but either way, get a lawyer.