Can you please explain and give a general opinion on what I should do.

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Hello, my husband was recently arrested and is now facing 4 charges. I was wondering  if you could give me a general idea on the situation that way i can have somewhat of an understanding so i dont address this blindsighted and am able to go about the situation the correct way. The charges are1).    2c:29-1A.   2).      2c:36-2.     3).     2c:35-10a (1) and 4).      2c:35-10a (1).          What do you feel the outcome is going to be? Do you think he could get any of them downgraded?

Stuart Nachbar · Answer

Here we go: 
2c:29-1A. :  Obstructing Administration of Law.  Either 4th degree crime or disorderly persons 
2c:36-2. Possession with Intent to Use (Disorderly persons) 
2c:35-10a (1) and 4). Possession of a Schedule 1-4 drug and a possession of 50 grams of Marijuana (3rd degree and disorderly persons) 
2c:35-10a (1). Possession of 1-4 Drug (this is a 3rd degree crime) 
 
What do you feel the outcome is going to be?  
Do you think he could get any of them downgraded? 
A good lawyer might be able to have the 3rd degree reduced to a DP offense (MIGHT), otherwise they may merge some of the lesser included into one charge.  It depends on whether it was just marijuana or some other drugs  
Just Note 3rd degree crime serious and up to 35,000 fine

Kristofher Beralo · Answer

Without knowing much about the case, the outcome will be determined by factors such as (but not limited to): 
1. Lab Reports 
2. Circumstance of the arrest 
3. Prior Record 
4. Testimony 
5. Police Report 
 
Usually, on a plea offer, prosecutors will offer to dismiss some of the charges (or downgrade) for a guilty plea.

Q: Can you please explain and give a general opinion on what I should do.