QUESTION
What is the penalty for a ticket of possession of marijuana?
Asked on May 12th, 2013 on Criminal Law - Rhode Island
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I was pulled over in a police barricade and they found a little bag of marijuana. The officer wrote me a ticket for it and I just need to know as far as penalty wise and as far as how my background will be affected.
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Cynthia Henley
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Class B misdemeanor carries up to 6 months in jail and up to a $2,000 fine as well as a license suspension upon conviction.
Answered on May 15th, 2013 at 1:20 AM
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The Law Offices of Mark L. Smith
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Not by much maybe $85.
Answered on May 13th, 2013 at 12:45 PM
John J. Carney
Retain any good criminal lawyer and you will most likely get an ACD dismissal.
Answered on May 13th, 2013 at 12:45 PM
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Derek L. Hall, PLLC
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The fine is minimal, 100-250 plus court costs. The real problem comes into play in that a conviction on a drug offense may prohibit you from obtaining student loans and grants. In addition to that your drivers license will be suspended for six months. If you get caught driving on a suspended license, there is an additional six month suspension, plus you may be ordered to serve up to six months in jail.
Answered on May 13th, 2013 at 12:45 PM