I was charged with Possession of Marijuana (2 grams) in Miami, Florida
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I was charged with Possession of Marijuana (2 grams) in Miami, Florida
I was charged with Possession of Marijuana (2 grams) after being observed purchasing it during an undercover operation. I have a clean record. What am I facing?
Asked on May 20, 2009 under Criminal Law, Florida
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
Marijuana possession less than 20 grams is 1st degree misdemeanor, punishable by up to one (1) year in the county jail.
Even for a first offense of possession of cannabis, prosecutors typically ask for 12 months probation, a series of random urine screens, community service hours, and court costs and fine. A violation of probation will result in an arrest warrant being issued, possibly without a bond amount being set.
If you are convicted of possession of marijuana, an automatic and immediate 2 year suspension of your driver’s license (with a hard suspension during the first year before you are even eligible to apply for a business purpose only or hardship license). If the court withholds adjudication, the suspension of your driver's license can be avoided.
You really need to speak with a criminal attorney in Miami-Dade County, Florida about this. Not just for the short term consequences but for the long term as well - this will leave you with a criminal record.
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