New Jersey Man Charged with Marijuana Possession in Mount Olive
A 20-year-old man is facing marijuana and drug paraphernalia charges in Mount Olive. According to The Warren Reporter, the drug possession arrest occurred near Sandshore Road in Mount Olive, where officials were involved in a separate investigation when they came across the man. They allegedly found marijuana and drug paraphernalia on him at the time of his arrest.
New Jersey police officers are legally required to have probable cause to search someone for drugs, regardless of whether the search is conducted on the person, vehicle, or home of the individual. There are several questions that need to be asked after such cases as this one. Were the drugs in clear view of the officer? Was the suspect exhibiting clear signs of intoxication or drug use? Did the defendant admit that he or she had taken drugs? Was the suspect aware of the presence of drugs?
Whenever someone has illegal drugs on their person, there is a chance that they are also carrying drug paraphernalia like a pipe, bong, or syringe. Possession of these types of items can result in a possession charge separate from the drug possession charge. Both offenses can result in up to six months of jail time and up to $1,000 in fines for each.
Anyone facing marijuana charges in New Jersey would be well advised to seek legal guidance from a skilled criminal defense attorney. In some cases, the charges can be dropped and alternative sentencing options such as a diversion program or community service may be available.
The Princeton drug crime defense attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein fight to keep our clients out of jail. We have successfully handled numerous drug possession charges and we aggressively fight wrongful charges. To find out how we can help you or a loved one facing drug crime charges in New Jersey, please call our offices at (609) 240-0040 today.
