My question involves criminal law for the state of: Virginia.


Just recently I received an underage possession of alcohol in the state of Virginia. No beer in my hands, but unfortunately I seemed visibly drunk and I'm considered an open container. No tests were administered, but an officer doesn't need to that when he has suspicion. I admitted to drinking too.

So obviously I'm guilty. It would be great to have a lawyer, but I don't have that kind of money. I'd like to plead not guilty and receive a lesser sentence. This is my first offense and I felt very hard done on being labeled a CRIMINAL for walking home after a couple beers. I'm not a criminal, I did no harm to anyone, and this goes on my record and affects me getting jobs in the future.

I'm here to ask if there's any possible way I could defend myself and get this expunged/dismissed without a lawyer. Please don't get me to get a lawyer because that's just out of the question with the money I have. Any advice on beating this or getting a lesser punishment is greatly appreciated. Thanks for your time.