Legal Question in Criminal Law in Ohio

In Ohio I was arrested for distributing marijuana 7 grams, an undercover saw me meet someone and pulled us over, I gave him the $25 from the transaction. I also had about 15-20 grams in the car with me that they took. I was arrested and released from jail after 48 hours. Me and the other guy never wrote a statement, I received my indictment papers today saying I am being charged with two counts of marijuana trafficking. One for selling the 7 grams and one for having the 20 grams on me. I spoke to a lawyer he said its not that serious he should be able to get it reduced to a misdemeanor. I would just like to hear a second opinion from someone law affiliated. I know I won't do time but I really need it to be reduced to a misdemeanor. They only caught me with 28 or less grams do you think it will stick in court? Like I said me and the buyer never wrote a statement. All the evidence they have is the couple bags under 30 grams, and the $25. I have been told by numerous people to fight the charge and they will drop the charges or throw it out all together.


Asked on 3/03/13, 12:20 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Benjamin Partee Partee Law

How this case will likely turn out depends on a number of factors. Some counties prosecutors are more willing to make plea deals than others. That being said, I would want to read the indictment before giving any in depth advice as, on its surface, it sounds like there may be a problem with the indictment.

Assuming the lawyer you spoke with has not already be retained, it may be a good idea for you to schedule and appointment with another lawyer to take a close look at the indictment and the facts of the case. Good luck!

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Answered on 3/19/13, 7:03 am


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