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I was pulled over in Swatara Township PA for not coming to a complete stop at a stop sign. My vehicle was search. It was a consented search because the officer told me that if I didn't consent I would automatically lose my license. The police found a very small amount of marijuanna,rolling papers and a bowl. I was told I'm looking at 2 misdemeanors. That said, am I looking at any jail time for these offenses.
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You most likely are not looking at jail time. However, it depends on your criminal record. You will be charged with Possession of a small amount of marijuana and possession of paraphenalia. Both are misdemeanors. The police may have acted improperly by threatening you with the loss of license, therefore you may have a suppression issue. You should consult an attorney immediately.
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There are other issues as well. First, the search doesn't look like it passes muster as voluntary. Second, to prove that it was indeed marijuana they will need a lab report. Under the latest ruling of the US Supreme Court. They can't use that report unless the lab tech testifies.
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