What should I plead and also what could the outcome be for a possession charge?

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What should I plead and also what could the outcome be for a possession charge?

I pleaded guilty of possession of marijuana and driving on a suspended license. It was my first offense for possession and my second or third for suspended. I was required to take the VASAP class but I did not register on time so i was considered as non-compliant. Also, I am past due on my court costs. Before this court hearing which is tomorrow, I have already registered with VASAP and began doing my community service that I am required to do. So my question is should I plead guilty to being non compliant? Also, what is the chances I would go to jail for not paying on time?

Asked on October 19, 2011 under Criminal Law, Virginia

Answers:

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

You really have a situation on your hands. First, I recommend that you retain a criminal defense attorney to assist you at the upcoming hearing in that there is a good chance that you could be sentenced to jail time for failure to comply with a prior court order with respect to sentences you received for the assorted offenses that you either pled out to or were convicted of.

It is up to you how you wish to plea concerning the failure of not taking the VASAP class as required. Perhaps the best way to approach tomorrow's hearing is to advise the court that you are now registered for the class and provide proof of registration.

Good luck.


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