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    Unhappy Whether To Hire a Lawyer For Marijuana Possession, Class B Misdemeanor In Texas

    Hello,

    I live in Dallas, TX. I was arrested by Collin County Police on a Marijuana possession charge. Basically, I was being stupid and while pulling out my license, it fell out onto the ground.

    It was less than a gram, but all cases like that apparently fall into a "Misdemeanor Class B, 2 oz. or less".. I posted a cash bond and I am out now. This was the first time I have ever been arrested for ANYTHING.

    My question is, I have been told this is a very common offense. Would it really help me in terms of expungement or dismissal if I hire a lawyer? What could happen if I don't? I have also heard that judges usually dismiss the fine and send you to a drug education course of some sort. Is this true? I would just like some insight from somebody more experienced and honest than some lawyers I have called might be.

    Thank you very much repliers, I am a student and if it wise to save $2000 by not hiring a lawyer, I would like to choose this path.

    Also, how do I find my court date? I was in a rush to leave that god-forsaken place and did not get the info...

    I'm sorry, one more thing.. If I decide not to hire a lawyer, and the offense goes on my record, can I hire a lawyer later to have this removed?


    Appreciative,
    amd00

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    Default Re: Whether To Hire a Lawyer For Marijuana Possession, Class B Misdemeanor In Texas

    A local lawyer will be able to advise you as to whether there are available first offender programs for drug possession (there often are), and whether you qualify. A lawyer may also be able to negotiate a lesser charge (only a deferred Class C misdemeanor conviction can be expunged in Texas unless you first obtain a pardon, and only deferred sentences are subject to orders of nondisclosure after a multi-year waiting period).

    Look up your court date in the court website's case lookup.

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