Asked 9/17/2016 – Cedar Park, TX

Was arrested for a possession of marijuana in Williamson County, TX. Had about a gram on me and they offered a deal but I’m not able to get it all done because I have no car, I figured my only way is to just do the jail time but when I my public defender asked about jail time I was told I would have to do 10 days. It seems excessive to me considering I have no prior offenses, not even a speeding or parking ticket (no license) would hiring an attorney help me? At least to get jail time reduced???

Answer

1) Jail time means a conviction on your criminal record. Try to avoid a conviction at all costs. 2) Don’t think changing attorneys is the answer. The plea recommendation made by the District Attorney is based on the facts of your case, not on who is representing you. 3) How did you arrive at the conclusion that 10 days jail is excessive for a jail sentence on a possession of marijuana case in Williamson County? I don’t practice in that county, but I’m not sure I could comment on what is or is not excessive there. If you do not have confidence in the attorney who is representing you, hire a different attorney.