Marijuana Possession
Representation in Annandale for Marijuana Possession
Many states have minimized the charge of marijuana possession, at least in part because so many people use it or have used it in the past. In some states the penalty is a small fine. Not Virginia. For a first offense they will probably agree to eventually dismiss the charge but only on the following conditions.
- You must complete a drug abuse assessment and whatever treatment they think you need.
- You must complete community service.
- Your Drivers license is suspended for six months and you may get a restricted license for work. Even if you were no where near a car when you had the marijuana.
- You can never have the record of arrest expunged.
If you have a defense to the charge, want to plead not guilty and make a fight out of it the judge can still give you the first offender treatment if he finds you guilty. Why not fight if you have a chance?
An experienced attorney can help you decide what to do. At the Annandale offices of Lawrence T. Brooke, Attorney at Law, we protect the rights of people accused of marijuana possession. We will make sure you are treated fairly in the state courts of Virginia.
Criminal Defense for Everyday People
Contact Lawrence T. Brooke, Attorney at Law
People without criminal records often face a difficult time in the criminal justice system because they do not know how to take proper precautions and protect their own rights. Our law firm is dedicated to helping people not used to facing criminal charges. If you face marijuana possession or drug charges in Virginia courts, we can help you understand your rights and options.
Be careful. Unfamiliar with criminal charges, many people make the mistake of pleading guilty to marijuana possession in an attempt to minimize the immediate consequences. However, under Virginia law, you cannot expunge your record after a marijuana possession conviction. We will try to you keep your record clean by avoiding your initial conviction.
Sometimes it seems that half the people on earth smoke pot. The state takes these charges seriously. I can help you get into a first offenders program or better. If you are found guilty of marijuana possession in Virginia, you could face a number of different consequences. You may be required to attend a first-offender treatment program and you could face administrative punishments, such as being required to carry a restricted driver's license.
Contact Us
Located off two Beltway exits, our Annandale law offices serve people throughout D.C. and Fairfax County. If you face criminal charges for marijuana possession, we can help you through the Virginia court system, minimizing the potential consequences. Contact us today for a free initial consultation.
