New Jersey Marijuana Possession Attorneys
In New Jersey, there are harsh criminal penalties for marijuana possession that can affect your personal and professional life now and for years in the future. People that are facing strict drug charges should turn to a trusted legal professional during this time to avoid potentially life-changing legal ramifications.
At the Law Offices of Jason A. Volet, LLC we can help you protect your rights and we may be able to help get the charges against you reduced or dropped altogether. Contact us at 732-503-8968 to discuss your rights with an experienced New Jersey marijuana possession lawyer.
Understanding Possession of Marijuana
The penalties for marijuana possession may vary depending on the amount of marijuana the person is charged with possessing. In New Jersey, the penalties are broken down into the following categories:
- Less than 50 grams- With this amount of marijuana, the accused person is facing a disorderly persons charge which can result in up to 6 months of jail time and fines not to exceed $1,000
- More than 50 grams- This is considered a 4th degree criminal offense and can result in up to 18 months in jail as well as $25,000 of monetary penalties.
- Within 1,000 feet of a school- Anyone found with marijuana within 1,000 feet of a school will be required to dedicate 100 hours to a community service project in addition to any other penalties.
An experienced New Jersey marijuana possession attorney will help explain your legal options and may be able to help you fight the charges against you. A criminal conviction can have a lasting effect on your life, so make sure to take decisive action if you have been charged with possession of a controlled substance like marijuana.
Contact Us
The New Jersey possession of marijuana lawyers at the Law Office of Jason A. Volet, LLC can help you if you have been charged with a crime. Contact us at 732-503-8968 to find out more information about our services and the ways we can start protecting your future today.
