Elizabeth, NJ asked in Criminal Law for New Jersey

Q: Charged with 3rd degree possession of a weapon they didn't find it on me only evidence they have is my statement

Statement saying the gun was mines but I was heavily under the influence when they questioned me, what can I do? Like what is my best option here

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H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • East Brunswick, NJ
  • Licensed in New Jersey

A: Generally your own statement is the best evidence against someone in court. Onbviously an attorney would need to see the video or read the transcript to tell you what if anything can be done.

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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Milltown, NJ
  • Licensed in New Jersey

A: File motion to suppress statement but courts generally admit statements when under the influence still it's your best option. The state still has to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that it was voluntarily and knowingly waived so maybe to avoid the work for them they'll make you an offer that you can live with.

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