Your current state is Virginia
answered on May 20, 2022
No, unless you have used some other substance much more recently.
answered on May 18, 2022
You should consider requesting early termination of supervised release—which is what I believe you mean by “federal probation,” as the health issue requiring you to possess a medical cannabis card is likely a “new or unforeseen circumstance,” that makes early termination appropriate when... Read more »
I found the weed in the bathroom and was going to turn it in but i got scared and didnt turn it in
answered on May 17, 2022
Thats gonna be something you want to handle very responsibly. 5 baggies means the administration is going to look at it as distribution/sale, and thats a MUCH bigger deal than just simple possession. You should look into acquiring a lawyer to assist you so that you do not make an innocent error... Read more »
answered on May 13, 2022
That's pretty rough, especially since the trafficking charge carries a mandatory minimum. Your best bet is going to be to get with an experienced criminal defense lawyer to discuss the facts of the case and see what can be done.
How much jail time are you looking at?
answered on May 13, 2022
Even though they are under 21, they could still be facing some jail time; however, it always depends on the circumstances, like the amount of weed, circumstances of the person having the weed, etc. Your best bet is going to be to get with an experienced criminal defense lawyer to talk about the... Read more »
She is the executor of the will saying he will donate and not give to me I really need help and I really need help getting my trust cuz my uncle is trying to keep it from me and I don't know what to do
answered on May 8, 2022
There is no reasonable way to evaluate your position without reviewing the trust document to determine the trust instructions and, potentially, formation issues and breaches of fiduciary duties. Schedule a consult with a qualified lawyer.
answered on May 4, 2022
It shouldn't be. now that hemp flower is legal, and now that medical cannabis patients can lawfully smoke cannabis flower in their home. But, some law enforcement officers and some judges may not be up to date. So, it's probably a good idea to be careful about that.
My Dui was under alcohol and had nothing to do with drugs.
answered on Apr 16, 2022
The freedom to use one’s medical marijuana cards to ingest medical marijuana while someone is on any type of criminal probation in the city or County courthouses throughout the state of Oklahoma is a confusing mess.
Well many probation officers and Judges DO allow the use of medical... Read more »
I was instructed to not use “illegal” drugs, however marijuana is legal in the state of Arizona.
answered on Apr 14, 2022
Short answer, yes; you can use your prescribed marijuana.
In REED KALIHER v. State of Arizona, the Arizona Supreme Court held, AMMA bars courts from imposing a probation condition prohibiting the use of medical marijuana pursuant to AMMA.
While this case dealt specifically with... Read more »
I know I won't be able to purchase a firearm if the seller does a federal background check. If I do get my card, would I have to turn my firearms over?
answered on Apr 13, 2022
As of now, one who has a medical marijuana card in Missouri cannot purchase or own a firearm. This is not due to Missouri law, but rather the fact that cannabis is still federally classified a controlled substance This is a quickly-changing area of the law as there is pending federal legislation... Read more »
I have a co defendant that is incarcerated for the charges of possession of cannabis greater than 20 grams
It is said that I have charges coming against me for sales of meth months prior
answered on Mar 28, 2022
If you are charged with a crime and cannot afford a private attorney, the Court will likely appoint an attorney to represent you at no cost to you. If you are seeking advice about your situation though not yet charged with anything, call criminal defense attorneys in your area, and you will... Read more »
Received lease and it makes me responsible for the monthly payments and insurance and a monthly maintenance fee of .10 a mile. And asked me to pay 250.deposit and 99.00 transfer fee due at signing and he would pay registration but bill me at the end of the year no where does it say he will make the... Read more »
answered on Mar 22, 2022
Your employer has the legal duty to pay for any expenses you incur on behalf of your employer. However, the procedure used by your employer is very sketchy and could leave you exposed to lease payments, and other expenses associated with ownership of the vehicle, after your employment ends. As... Read more »
Dcs got involved after I tested positive for thc with my first pregnancy but Arizona has since legalized marijuana. Additionally, I suffer from chronic pain due to nerve damage and can’t take my other medications while pregnant.
answered on Mar 14, 2022
Yes, absolutely they will take away your children if you smoke marijuana while pregnant. It's not an issue of whether it's legal--the issue is that it's dangerous for the child.
Use of marijuana while pregnant can cause a variety of problems, including restrict your... Read more »
So this guy I was near was vaping in school and he moved his hand near my and I moved his away and my school principal thought I was passing him a vape and they are sending both of us to court
answered on Mar 12, 2022
Retain a lawyer to assist you, Your friend could also tell the truth and help you out . If it is on video your pricipal shoud replay it on slow and pause it,
By entire I mean audio and visual from statements given by each person arrested with me that is mentioned in the disclosure.
answered on Mar 2, 2022
You're entitled to basic disclosure and anything that may be exculpatory in nature. Including statements made by co-defendants. Your attorney needs to ask for everything.
answered on Mar 1, 2022
No, Idaho does NOT test all infants born, only those born to mothers whom they have reason to believe, were under the influence during their pregnancy, such as admissions by the mother etc. It is NOT legal for LE to test infants for controlled substances, without probable cause to believe the... Read more »
Example, buy a combo meal and get a free joint
answered on Mar 1, 2022
You would need to inquire with each state you propose to operate in. Generally though, you can't give away controlled substances or alcohol.
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answered on Feb 25, 2022
I don't see why not. Depends on the misdemeanor, I would guess.
He said he had probable cause but they all say that and that he was allowed to search the vehicle. He found a bowl worth of marijuana and threatened me with a felony cause he told me since I'm a tribal member on tribal land it's a felony to have marijuana
answered on Feb 22, 2022
It depends on the agencies. There are agencies that are cross-commissioned which means the “city” cop may also be a tribal cop as well.
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