Men Charged with Marijuana Possession in Holmdel Township
Two men, ages 19 and 20, were arrested on suspicion of marijuana possession following a motor vehicle stop. According to a news report in The Atlantic Highlands Herald, the arrest occurred on Palmer Avenue in Holmdel Township. It is unclear what motivated the officer to pull the vehicle over in the first place or why he suspected that the two young men had marijuana. They both face possession of marijuana as well as possession of marijuana paraphernalia.
The severity of the penalties defendants will face for marijuana possession in New Jersey is directly linked to the amount of marijuana confiscated by the authorities. For example, having 50 grams or less of marijuana is a disorderly persons offense punishable by up to six months in jail. If the authorities find over 50 grams of marijuana, the charges may become a felony with a potential jail sentence of up to 18 months. Possession of drug paraphernalia is a disorderly persons offense that can result in penalties that are added on top of possession charges.
An experienced attorney will carefully examine the circumstances of the arrest to determine if the defendant knowingly possessed the drug, if the authorities legally obtained the drugs, and if the charges fit the offense. There are many circumstances in which a skilled lawyer can get the charges lessened and help a first-time offender avoid jail time.
The marijuana possession defense lawyers in Princeton at Lependorf & Silverstein have a long history of successfully fighting marijuana charges and other drug charges in New Jersey. We know how to help our clients avoid unnecessary harsh penalties and have a thorough knowledge of issues relating to search and seizure. Call our law offices today at 609-240-0040 for a free consultation and case evaluation to learn more about the legal options available to you.
