Q: When are my charges automatically dropped?
I was arrested on Christmas for possession of 6 grams of marijuana and was wondering when the charges are automatically dropped and i was charged with a class b misdemeanor and im in Texas.
A: Charges are not "automatically" dropped in Texas. If your case ends after an arrest that means either law enforcement decided not to forward the case to the prosecutor or that the prosecutor decided not to seek a conviction. The arrest records will stay on your criminal history forever unless they are expunged.
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A: I agree with the above. I would add that there is a two year statute of limitations. Once someone is arrested (or cited) for marijuana possession the District Attorney's Office has two years to file an information on the case. If you posted a bond and were magistrated a court date will be mailed to the address provided at the time of the arrest. If you were cited and released without an arrest you will be given a court date and you will have to appear and be prepared to post a bond. It makes sense to hire a lawyer to stay on top of something like this so that there are no surprises. It is especially important if you are out of state because lawyers can move your court date and save you unnecessary trips. Good luck
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