I was arrested on a DUI and possesion of a controlled substance charge.I am a first time offender. I am in Ca and wanted to know what the punishment will be.
I was arrested on a DUI and possesion of a controlled substance charge.I am a first time offender. I am in Ca and wanted to know what the punishment will be.
The code sections are HS11377(A) and VC23152(A)(B) would it help if when i show up to court for the arraingment show proof of enrolling with a drug program and could i still be elegible for DEJ?
I would consult an attorney before you admit to entering ANY program ... it might show some level of guilt on your part.
But, if you feel you have a problem, please DO get help right away!
It is possible that you can get Prop. 36 (PC 1000) for the drug possession, but the DUI might be a hit you'll have to take if the DA is not willing to deal. This is why you need to speak to a local attorney. There are a number of possibilities, and with luck (a cooperative DA and a decent attorney) you might be able to get away with fines, probation, counseling, and deferred entries of judgement (i.e. a dismissal upon completion) all around - plus a license suspension.
- Carl