If I was recently arrested for misdemeanor possession of marijuana and it’s my first offense, what fines and/or penalties I should be expecting?
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If I was recently arrested for misdemeanor possession of marijuana and it’s my first offense, what fines and/or penalties I should be expecting?
Asked on January 21, 2012 under Criminal Law, Florida
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Depending upon the state and county of your first time offense and arrest for possession of marijuana which is a misdemeanor, you possibly could be sentenced to up to 6 months in jail and/or a $1,000 fine if convicted.
Realistically, you will probably be fined $750 or so, placed on court supervised probation and sentenced to do community service work if convicted or you plea to the charge. There is a chance that upon successful completion of the community service sentence and probation, the plea may be allowed to be withdrawn and the charge dismissed.
You should consult with a criminal defense attorney about this matter.
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