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The ultimate decision as to whether your probation will be revoked is up to the Judge. But in making that decision, the Judge will rely heavily upon the probation officer's recommendation.
You will have the right to a hearing and to present witnesses and your side of the story. You can cross-examine any witnesses called by the prosecution. You can contest the allegations against you and show the Judge that you did not violate your probation. If you did violate the terms of your probation, you can present your reasons as mitigation, so that the Judge may decide to give you another chance and continue your probation.
If your probation is revoked, it's a serious matter. The Judge may sentence you to any term of imprisonment provided for the charge to which you pleaded guilty, less credit for time already served.
A prosecutor will be presenting the case for revocation to the Judge. I recommend that you retain an experienced criminal defense lawyer in your jurisdiction to present your side to the Judge in the most favorable light possible.
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The ultimate decision as to whether your probation will be revoked is up to the Judge. But in making that decision, the Judge will rely heavily upon...
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The punishment for marijuana possession varies by quantity and by state. In some states, possession of up to an ounce is a petty offense or misdemeanor punishable by a fine, but not jail. In other states, jail is a possibility. In your state, Mississippi, possession of an ounce of marijuana (first offense) is a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of between $150.00 and $250.00, and no jail. Possession of between one ounce and eight ounces is a felony punishable by a possible three year sentence.
For a state by state map with penalties for each state, go to:
http://www.norml.org/states/index.shtml
In federal court, possession of illegal drugs for personal use is a misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail. As with all drug offenses in federal court, the sentence imposed will be determined by the federal sentencing guidelines and will vary, depending on the amount of drugs involved, how involved you were in the offense, and the extent, if any, of your prior criminal record....
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The punishment for marijuana possession varies by quantity and by state. In some states, possession of up to an ounce is a petty offense or...
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