My question involves criminal law for the state of: Oregon
3 weeks ago, I was walking home with a friend of mine. Both of us had a beer, he was under the age of 21 and I was 21. We saw headlights in the distance so he asked me to take his beer, just in case. It turns out those headlights that we saw belonged to a Police car. I had two beers in my hand both opened. I answered honestly to all of the officers questions. I have never had a ticket in my life, the only thing on my record is a warning for being on school grounds after dark.
I was given a citation for Open Container.
cite ORS/ORD/rule: 5.7.1
Base Fine: $1000
My question is, what should I do?
I have court on Dec. 1st and I am not sure if I should plead guilty or No Contest.
Any opinions would help!!!
thankyou

