Legal Question in Criminal Law in Michigan

Marijuana possession, narcotic equipment violation, and DWLS

I was pulled over for not having a light on the license plate. I was driving on a suspended license and therefore arrested and searched. When searched the police officer found a marijuana pipe and about 1 or 2 joints worth of marijuana. It was my second DWLS. I am just wondering what I am in for. Will this carry any jail time? What kind of fines am I going to be in for? Should I plead guilty, No contest or not guilty. I wish to resolve this matter in a timely manner. I am just wanting some advice in the matter.


Asked on 4/05/09, 11:05 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

William Morrison Action Defense Center

Re: Marijuana possession, narcotic equipment violation, and DWLS

You're fortunate that the officer didn't charge you with OUID. (You still could be charged if they took blood.) If your only concern is to "resolve this matter in a timely manner", than plead guilty to all charges, pay the court and the state fines, costs,oversight,drug testing, and reinstatement fees and serve 1-2 years probation. You could also be sentenced to mandatory drug rehab at your cost. Also, the SoS will double your original suspension.

DWLS II is a 1 year max, but you should only serve 30-45 days in jail. However, if the original DWLS had an underlying drug or drinking causation, it might be 6 months. Be sure to ask for work release if you have a job, but you'll need a driver since you won't have a license for a while.

Stop smoking weed now so you don't test positive on your court date. Don't wear jeans to court, a cap, or lace-up shoes.

That's advice for a speedy resolution as requested.

However, you might want some experienced help and should consider getting a lawyer.

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Answered on 4/05/09, 11:57 pm

Re: Marijuana possession, narcotic equipment violation, and DWLS

Your best bet would be to hire an attorney to help protect you.

For more information, go to:

www.AggressiveCriminalDefense.com

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Answered on 4/06/09, 12:07 am


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