Bridgeton, New Jersey Man Charged with Possession of Marijuana
A 20-year-old Bridgeton man has been charged with possession of marijuana in New Jersey. According to The News of Cumberland County, the arrest occurred on Pine Street in Vineland recently. He was arrested both for possession of under 50 grams of marijuana and failure to appear in court. It is unclear how the authorities seized the marijuana.
In New Jersey, the amount of marijuana seized by the authorities will affect the severity of the charges the defendant will face. Marijuana possession charges, however, should not be taken lightly. Marijuana possession is a disorderly persons offense that could result in up to six months of jail time and a fine of $1,000. Additionally, the court may require the defendant to go through a mandatory drug treatment program.
There are penalties that convicted drug offenders may face in addition to those imposed by the authorities. Being convicted of marijuana possession in New Jersey could have serious ramifications. For example, employers may be reluctant to consider an applicant with a history of drug possession. Some employers may even suspend or fire an employee who has been arrested on suspicion of drug possession. That is why it is crucial that anyone charged with marijuana or drug possession seek legal guidance from an experienced criminal defense attorney.
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