Somerville Marijuana Possession Lawyer
Despite Somerville's many positive attributes, there are instances where the Somerville Police Department must investigate marijuana possession incidents and file charges against those involved.
Somerville Marijuana Possession
As set forth under N.J.S.A. 2C: 35-10, 50 grams or less of marijuana is considered a disorderly persons offense and will likely be handled at the Somerville Municipal Court. A conviction for "simple" marijuana possession may result in some or all of the following consequences:
- A fine that may be up to $1,000
- Driver's license suspension of at least 6 months and up to 2 years
- Up to 6 months imprisonment
A person charged with marijuana possession in Somerville, New Jersey will have their matter handled in the Somerville Municipal Court or Somerset County Superior Court in Somerville. Whether the case is handled in municipal court or superior court is determined by the amount of marijuana allegedly confiscated by the police. An amount greater than 50 grams will be sent to the Somerset County Superior Court.
If you or a relative is charged with marijuana possession or drug paraphernalia in Somerville, it is important to discuss your cases with an experienced Somerville marijuana possession attorney. At Bramnick, Rodriguez, Mitterhoff, Grabas & Woodruff, our attorneys possess the knowledge and skill to handle marijuana possession cases and all other Somerville criminal matters.
Gary Grabas, Casey Woodruff and Robert C. Rowbotham are all former Prosecutors. Jon Bramnick is a New Jersey Super Lawyer with over 30 years of trial experience. If you have been charged with a marijuana possession in Somerville, it is important to immediately seek the assistance of a Somerville marijuana possession lawyer.
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