My question involves criminal law for the state of: Michigan
I was in my dorm in Mount Pleasant, MI when the RA's smelled marijuana in the hallway. The police were called and I recieved a ticket. Now, I have never been charged/convicted of a crime and I have never been to court. My arraignment is on the 27th of this month and I just have a couple questions regarding this:
1. At my arraignment, I will not have an attorney present, and I cannot have my license suspended. Can I request the 7411 at the arraignment and if I do what do I have to plea beforehand? Basically I'm asking how am I supposed to go about it as I do not want to return to court at all if possible.
2. I am a broke college student and my parents will not help me out in my current situation. I cannot really afford an attorney but I have read many say that "you are a fool if you represent yourself." Is an attorney a must-have in this type of situation? I'm only skeptical because it is my first offense and I don't see myself getting jail time.
All responses will be appreciated and looked at with upmost respect. Thank you.

