Asked 4/192016 – San Antonio, TX

Hello. I was arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana under 2 oz. I am a first time offender and only 19 years old. I admitted to having it before the search and complied with the officer in every single way possible. She said that my honesty would be heavily noted in her report and would “go a long way with both I and the Judge” I chose to have a court appointed lawyer. What charges am I likely looking at? And if possible, is there any chance or way to have the case thrown or dismissed? I would like to come out with a clean record but I do not have the income to afford a personal Attorney. What should I bring up with the court-appointed attorney to further my chances at getting out with a dismissal?

Answer

If you chose to have a court appointed attorney, it is that attorney who will best know the alternative outcomes for your case. That attorney has access to the evidence in possession of the State, any exculpatory evidence on your behalf, the plea offer made by the District Attorney, and the Judge’s policies for first time offenders. Have this conversation with your attorney and you should be fine.