Q: I was charged with addict while driving but he wrote me a ticket and.allowed me to drive off in my car. Will charge hold
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It sounds like the officer issued you a ticket but allowed you to continue driving, which is an unusual situation for a charge involving being an addict while driving. This could mean the officer believed there wasn't enough immediate danger to warrant detaining you further or impounding your vehicle. However, it doesn't automatically mean that the charge will be dropped.
You should take the charge seriously, as the legal process will still continue. It's important to check the citation carefully and understand what exactly you are being accused of. The fact that you were allowed to drive away doesn’t necessarily affect the charge itself.
It would be a good idea to prepare for court and gather any evidence or defense you might have. The outcome will ultimately depend on the specific circumstances of your case and how the court views them.
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