My question involves criminal law for the state of: South Carolina
I am 21 and pulled aside while paddling in marsh, charged with possession-very small amount. Choice was jail or pay cash ~600.00 on the spot. Waited while friends got $$ and paid. Received ticket and court date.
I cannot afford a lawyer and was wondering if I would be ok with a public defender?
Also, since the ticket was issued by DNR (Dept. Natural Resources?) and was possibly in park (not sure, just assume as it was DNR), can the charge be worse?
I am a first time offender so really don't know what to do or expect.
Any help is appreciated.