Legal Question in Criminal Law in Tennessee
drug/weapon charge
MY son was stopped for speeding through a construction zone. When the police asked him if he had anything in the car he said he had pot and maybe a gun. The police searched his car and found both the pot and the gun. When asked why he had a gun (purchased illegally, as he is under 21), he said that he and his friends sometimes shoot at cans. He has no criminal record, and cooperated fully with the police. He was released from jail without a bond, but needs to go to court in three weeks. How much trouble can he be in, and how much is he most likely in? What should we do? Thank you for your help.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: drug/weapon charge
It can vary by county. I recommend you hire an attorney. An attorney can usually negotiate with the DA to receive a lighter conviction / sentence.
Related Questions & Answers
-
Domestic dispute My fiance and i were at a friends house and i was trying to leave... Asked 11/28/07, 10:26 am in United States Tennessee Criminal Law
-
Justice for Child Sexual Abuse Survivors? In Tennessee, my wife was systematically... Asked 11/06/07, 8:44 pm in United States Tennessee Criminal Law
-
Theft of Property Charge I was recently charged with a Class D felony for theft of... Asked 10/28/07, 4:07 pm in United States Tennessee Criminal Law
-
Stalking / harassment I have recently had an ex parte restraining order taken out... Asked 10/26/07, 10:57 pm in United States Tennessee Criminal Law
Looking for something else?
10,200 active attorneys ready to answer your legal questions today.
Featured Attorneys
Earn additional revenue and grow your business.
