Canfield, OH asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law for New York

Q: Should I plead guilty or not guilty to a 221.05 charge for marijuana?

I have never been charged with anything before. The judge told me I can plead guilty and receive a fine or plead not guilty. If I plead guilty do I automatically receive a fine or can I ask for a marijuana ACD? Do they offer it or do I have to plead not guilty for a marijuana ACD?

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Victor M. Feraru
Victor M. Feraru
Answered
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • Licensed in New York

A: You should be retaining counsel and not pleading to anything until you two have gone over the facts, ramifications and potential solutions to your issue.

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