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David W Pritchard
Springfield Criminal Defense Attorney.
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What is the maximum punishnment for class d substance with intent to distribute under and ounce with scale and baggies

Asked by a user in Springfield, MA - about 2 years ago.

The penalty for possession of a Class D substance with intent to distribute is not more than 2 years in jail, a fine of not less than $500 and not more than $5000, or both. This is found in Mass. General Laws, Chapter 94C, section 32C. Please note that simple possession (no intent to distribute) of less than an ounce of marijuana is now a civil infraction in Massachusetts, with a $100 civil assessment. The Prosecutor may claim that the scale and baggies are "indicia of intetnt to...

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Is there such a citation as "allowing improper usage of vehicle?" in MA

Asked by a user in Boston, MA - about 3 years ago.

I'm not sure, but there probably is some charge that he drummed up on you...it sounds like harassment, plain and simple...you should request a hearing immediately, info should be on the back of the citation...call me if you have any questions, my number is 413-525-4440...don't let them push you around ...stand up for your rights...good luck with this!

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My cousin was arrested for unarmed robbery but she didn't do it what can I do to help

Asked by a user in Springfield, MA - over 3 years ago.

She should file for a speedy trial here in Mass. Thereafter, Mass. would have 180 days in which to try her for the offense. However, she needs to return to Mass. to answer to the charges, either by a waiver of rendition or by personally appearing before the appropriate Court of competent jurisdiction. The fact that she may be innocent of the charges is irrelevant to the fact that she needs to answer to the charges in any event. I can be reached at 413-525-4440 with any questions regarding...

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Juvenile making a statement at police station

Asked by a user in Everett, WA - almost 4 years ago.

It is advisable to have an attorney present with you if and when you appear at a poloice station. You have no obligation to provide a statement to the police. In fact, one has a privilege against self-incrimination under the United States Constitution as well as under State constitutions. You should contact an experienced attorney in your area who practices in the field of criminal and /or juvenile law and speak with her or him before you take any further steps which might tend to implicate...

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