Stay Calm and Take These Steps if You’re Arrested for Possession

While many states have legalized cannabis use, there are still plenty of places where people are still being arrested for posession.

Penalties vary, but most states treat posession of a small amount of cannabis as a misdemeanor offense. This means that if convicted, you could face up to one year in jail and a fine of up to $1,000. You may also be required to complete a drug education or treatment program.
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• If you are charged with posession, you should first remain calm.
• Second, be respectful to the law enforcement officers.
• Third, remember that you have the right to remain silent. You should not answer any questions or make any statements until you have consulted with an attorney.
• Fourth, know that you do have the right to refuse a search of your person or property if they do not have a warrant.
• Lastly, do consult an attorney to see where your situation lies.

While being arrested for posession would be upsetting, try to get through the process and keep you chin up…. as hopefully things will be Federally legalized soon enough, and records can be expunged.

For More info: https://cannabislaw.report/caught-with-a-small-amount-of-substance-heres-how-to-resolve-that-case/

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