Two Anti-Violence Activists Arrested for Marijuana Possession
Anyone who is arrested for possessing less than 50 grams of marijuana in the State of New Jersey faces being charged with a misdemeanor, may be sent to jail for six months, and could be fined $1,000. These harsh penalties currently loom over two former gang members who are well-known for their anti-violence efforts.
According to an nj.com story, the two individuals charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance under 50 grams have been profiled in the nationally broadcast “Brick City” documentary. Apparently, after citing their vehicle for a non-moving violation, a state trooper smelled marijuana, searched their vehicle, and found marijuana. A third individual in the vehicle was arrested on the same charges as the documentary participants.
One of the arrested individuals publically denied charges and stated the following: "There were no drugs found in our possession, and to prove we do not do drugs, we’re going to have Integrity House do a urine test to clear our names of anything." Unless otherwise stated by your qualified criminal defense attorney, those who have been arrested for a crime are typically advised not to release statements similar to the above. The reason for this is that any statements you make prior, during, or after your arrest may be used against you in a court of law, even if you strongly believed at the time that your statements would help you.
If you have been arrested for a marijuana offense in New Jersey, whether it involves marijuana possession, sale, distribution, or cultivation, you may face consequences that can both change your life and impact the lives of your loved ones forever. In order to ensure that every avenue is explored in avoiding fines, incarceration, license suspensions, and many other penalties, it may be in your best interest to contact a skilled New Jersey marijuana possession defense attorney at Lependorf & Silverstein. We are thoroughly familiar with how a strong defense can be built, especially when certain circumstances surrounding an arrest for marijuana possession threaten to worsen your legal troubles. Contact Lependorf & Silverstein today for a free consultation by dialing 609-240-0040.
Source report: http://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/2009/11/anti-violence_brick_city_stars.html
