Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

i am 18 i am from long island new york and live with my parents iwas recently caught at a public place with burning marijuana i was charged with 5th degree possession and i have never had legal troubles in the past what should i expect as a out come in court and will a judge call my parents if i live with them


Asked on 6/12/12, 5:40 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys

Stuart Austin Austin Law Associates, PC

You should be able to receive an acod

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Answered on 6/12/12, 5:42 pm
Jason Stern Law Offices of Jason Stern

No one will call your parents but you may want to have a lawyer represent you at your arraignment. It can be a bit intimidating, as they will probably have you fingerprinted in court and then sent before a criminal court judge. If you need a free telephone consultation or a fee quote, please contact my office via phone or email.

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Answered on 6/12/12, 5:58 pm
Steven Czik CZIK LAW PLLC

You should not expect jail time, but it would be highly recommended to have an experienced lawyer with you defending you and preserving your rights in court. It would also greatly increase the chance of lowering the charges or possible dismissal. We have substantial experience handling these types of cases and reasonable fees, however, we would need some more information before making a complete and proper determination. You are welcome to contact us for a free consultation.

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Answered on 6/21/12, 9:44 am


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