What are the chances of getting a possession of marijuana felony 6 reduced?
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What are the chances of getting a possession of marijuana felony 6 reduced?
My adult son with mental disabilities was charge with felony 6 charge for having very small amount of pot in his pocket as he waited at a bus stop for the bus. The officer told him that he fit the description of a robbery suspect in the area and that he could pat him down. My son gets misled by his friends he had no prior violations of any law up to this time. What are the chances of getting his charge reduced to a misdemeanor? Should I speak with a criminal defense attorney? I’m in Maricopa, AZ.
Asked on August 2, 2010 under Criminal Law, Arizona
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
Yes, you should speak with an attorney in your area as soon as you can. It sounds as if your son was the victim of a cruel joke on the part of his "friends" and that he was placed in a very harmful situation. Depending on his mental capacity I wonder if he could even give proper "consent" to the officer. Speak with the attorney about that issue, although I am sure that any good attorney will be able to look at this situation and let you know what your best options are. The attorney will be able to speak with the Prosecutor and explain the situation in the light that best reflects your son and his circumstances. Good luck.
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