Legal Question in Criminal Law in Michigan

My son was one of 4 occupants in a car that got stopped for speeding and one occupant had a backpack that he said was his. In it they found marijuana and papers and a pipe. There was no odor in the car and everyone checked out to not have anything in their system but they gave all occupants a ticket for drugs and drug paraphernalia except the driver? Why? Is this legal and what are our next moves? All occupants except driver were 18.

Thank you!


Asked on 10/04/13, 4:44 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Jared Austin Austin Legal Services, PLC

You need to retain an experienced criminal attorney in your area. That is the best investment you can give your son right now. The attorney can first look to see if there was a valid reason for the stop of the vehicle and then see if the search can be challenged in any way. There may be motions to suppress or dismiss that can be filed. It is not uncommon for police to charge everyone with possession in a case like this in hopes that the others will turn on each other and start ratting each other out. A good attorney will be able to combat this in court.

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Answered on 10/04/13, 6:35 am

If the charges are pending in Oakland or Livingston County, we can help your son. It is common for police in those counties to over-charge people. Call our main office at 1 866-766-5245. You can read more at:

www.AggressiveCriminalDefense.com

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Answered on 10/04/13, 8:52 am


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