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  • 07-12-2010, 03:37 PM
    Mark1877
    First Time Marijuana Offender
    My question involves criminal law for the state of: Maryland

    Hi. Last night I smoked a joint of marijuana on top of an empty parking garage by my house. Security for the shopping area came up and caught me just as I was putting out the joint.

    They asked if I had anything on me or in my car. I told them I had a little more marijuana in my car (a baggie of 2-2.5 grams) and I gave it to them. I was nice and compliant, and they were nice to me as well.

    They took me to the security office, where they called a police officer. He arrived and wrote me a citation to attend court.

    I am a 20 year-old male. This is my first offense of ANY kind. No traffic tix, etc. I was told I would most likely have to go to a anti-drug class. I was wondering if this is usually an option IN PLACE OF a fine? Also, is there any estimate on how much this might cost?

    I'm really nervous about this whole thing, and I appreciate any information you can give me!

    Thank you in advance for taking your time to answer my question.
  • 07-14-2010, 08:03 AM
    Mr. Knowitall
    Re: First Time Marijuana Offender
    When you get busted for drugs the diversion programs or classes are usually in the place of a criminal conviction, but you can still expect to pay the cost of the course, fines, possibly other court assessments....

    Check the local court's website to see if there's information on programs for first time drug offenders.
  • 07-17-2010, 10:57 AM
    Mark1877
    Re: First Time Marijuana Offender
    Hi. Thank you very much for replying to my post. I am awaiting my court date, so I will see what happens then. Thanks again.
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