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What can I do if I was charged with possession of cocaine? How?
Asked on Apr 23rd, 2015 on Criminal Law - Utah
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I was arrested last weekend for possession of cocaine. This is the first time I have ever been arrested. I can't have this on my record. Is there any way I can keep this off my record?
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Francis John Cowhig
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Hire the most experienced criminal defense attorney you can afford. Your attorney may be able to get the charges reduced and possibly dismissed, depending on the circumstances and facts of your case.
Answered on Apr 28th, 2015 at 9:51 AM
Thomas Edward Gates
If convicted, it will be on your record. A background check will reflect that you have been charged with the crime. See if there is a diversion program that you can enter. Once complete, the charge will be dropped. You will still need to expunge your record.
Answered on Apr 27th, 2015 at 7:22 AM
Yep. It's called "hiring a good lawyer."
Answered on Apr 24th, 2015 at 12:52 AM
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If this is your first offense and depending on the circumstances, it is possible.
Answered on Apr 23rd, 2015 at 10:09 PM
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Keep this off your record by hiring a lawyer and fighting it. How did they find the coke? How much?
Answered on Apr 23rd, 2015 at 8:35 PM
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You should hire an attorney. Each case is different and yours may have facts that help you avoid a conviction on your record.
Answered on Apr 23rd, 2015 at 7:28 PM
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Yes there are many many ways to keeps this off your record. You need to get in touch with a local defense attorney before you talk to anyone especially the police.
Answered on Apr 23rd, 2015 at 7:26 PM