My question involves criminal law for the state of: Grand Rapids, Michigan
3 days ago I was pulled over for a non working head light that went out seconds before i was pulled over. after being pulled over my car was searched and marijuana was found along with my pipe. I was arrested and charged with 3 misdemeanors which included a possession of marijuana, OUID, and paraphernalia charge. I am 21 years old with no priors on my record. After being arrested I was given a blood test at the jail. So my questions are what kind of penalties will i be looking at? Also would it be worth the money to hire a lawyer or take a court appointed one? At the end of everything does anyone have an average cost including fines for charges like this? Ive never gone through any kind of legal process so any help will be gratefully appreciated.
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