Marijuana Possession in Motor Vehicle Charges Dismissed
New Jersey Drug Possession in Motor Vehicle Attorneys What may have started as a minor traffic stop for speeding or careless driving can quickly turn into a search of your vehicle and a subsequent arrest for marijuana possession. This happens on a daily basis in New Jersey. Moreover, most drivers refuse consent, only to have the officers search the car anyway based on probable cause from the scent of marijuana. If this has happened to you, it is imperative that you speak with an attorney about your rights and the charges you are facing. Marijuana Possession, under N.J.S.A. 2C:35-10(a)4 is a criminal offense that carries up to six (6) months in jail, fines, probation, license suspension and lasting affect of a criminal record. Additionally, if you were found in possession of marijuana in your car, the officer may charge you with the traffic offense known as CDS in a Motor [...]