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If someone is arrested for smoking drugs in a hotel room what happens?
Asked on Aug 20th, 2015 on Criminal Law - Washington
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What will happen to my son if the police caught him in Bend? Last week, my son was arrested after police were called because he was caught smoking methamphetamine in a hotel room. After the police arrived, marijuana was found in his possession.
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It depends: why did they come in his room? Did they have probable cause? Was he caught with meth? Did they test for meth in his system? Does he have a med mj card?
Answered on Aug 20th, 2015 at 3:25 PM
Thomas Edward Gates
He will be charged for possession. The amount found will determine the degree of the charge. He needs to have a drug and alcohol evaluation done and start treatment. If there is a diversion program have him take it.
Answered on Aug 20th, 2015 at 3:00 PM
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Arrested for possession and use of drugs found - these can be felonies - sometimes we can get charges reduced to misdemeanor or even dismissed in drug court.
Answered on Aug 20th, 2015 at 1:45 PM
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He will most likely be charged. If meth is involved, he will probably be charged with a felony. In addition to criminal charges, the hotel can sue him civilly for any damages the hotel sustained as a result of his illegal activities. These damages could be substantial, especially if meth was present and the room has to be de-contaminated... charges for repairs and lost income from not being able to make the room available for guests. Lots of potential problems. I suggest that he get himself an attorney.
Answered on Aug 20th, 2015 at 1:44 PM