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Asked 11 months ago - Morristown, NJ
FlagI was pulled over and the cop saw drug paraphernalia. I was not under the influence and the cop knew I was sober. I gave the cop consent to search my car and they did not find anything. This is my first offense ever, for anything, and am curious as to what could happen to me. I am an active member of my community, (school, church, town) and do well in school, etc.
The most likely outcome is a diversionary program. However, there could be a license suspension, counseling, community service and significant fines imposed as part of the program. If there are motor vehicle tickets those will be handled in municipal court and carry their own penalties. Consult with a lawyer to provide full details.
There will almost certainly be an adjourned disposition were there would be unstructured or unsupervised probation leading to a dismissal. You may want your parents to retain an attorney for this though since if it is entered in certain ways there is $600 plus fines and a drivers license loss. You may have received a 39:4-49.1 traffic ticket also and this has a two year suspension. That needs to be handled as well if it was issued.
Good Morning. You could be charged UP to six months in jail; fines from $500-$1000. License suspension for up to 2 years. Notice I capitalized the word UP. If this is your first offense a lawyer may be able to help you out. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office anytime.
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