Hampstead, MD asked in Criminal Law for Maryland

Q: if a syringe is found on my person, but never used..is that still considered as administering equipment

a traiffic stop and pulled over said they found and empty capsule and vile as well as a never used before needle

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Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Rockville, MD
  • Licensed in Maryland

A: None of these items alone are illegal. There must be some basis to connect them to illegal drug use. Usually these offenses are supported by evidence of illegal drug residue or proximity to drugs. Chemical analysis is required to prove the residue or alleged drug substance is in fact illegal drugs. Hire a lawyer and do not post further details on this public forum.

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