Q: What consequences for first misdemeanor weed possession at 18 in NH?
I am 18 years old and was pulled over in Amherst, New Hampshire, with under 3/4 oz of weed in my car. This is my first offense, and I was cooperative with the officer, informing him of the location of the weed. I was charged with a misdemeanor. Additionally, I had tobacco products and unopened beer in the vehicle. What charges or consequences might I face?
A: You should contact a defense lawyer in or near Amherst. There are potential loss of license and under 20 DMV consequences. I practice in the northern part of NH and do not know the local prosecutors. I would recommend that you select a lawyer by going to the NHACDL or NACDL website to pick a lawyer that is serious about handling criminal matters and is familiar with the law related to under 20 driving offenses.
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