Legal Question in Criminal Law in Pennsylvania

Marijuana Possession

an associate I know was issued a warrant in Indian County of Pennsylvania for failure to appear to a court date. At the time of his arrest for this warrant, the warrant was 8 days old. The initial court date he failed to appear to was for charges of possesion of marijuana which in mass was 22.5 grams found in a vehicle he was traveling in; under the laws of Pennsylvania, anything under 28grams is classified as personal use correct? What will come of him in your opinion and should we consult an attorney? What is the best route to take? As of right now, he is in the Indian County Jail and awaiting his court date which is Nov. 14th.


Asked on 11/06/05, 11:05 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Charles A. Pascal, Jr. Law Office of Charles A. Pascal, Jr.

Re: Marijuana Possession

Does he need an attorney?? YES.

YOu don't say what kind of "court date" he failed to appear for, or what the charges against him are.

Does he have a defense to this charge? He should IMMEDIATELY consult an attorney to either mount a defense or negotiate a plea or ARD.

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Answered on 11/10/05, 1:43 pm
Konrad Jarzyna The Law Offices of Cozzi & Jarzyna

Re: Marijuana Possession

If by "personal use" you mean it's ok to have it, it is incorrect. He can be charged with possession of small amount etc. Does he have any priors? He does need an attorney. Small amount carries a sentence of max. 30 days. If no priors, ARD should be considered. Why did he fail to show up for the hearing? Best of Luck!

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Answered on 11/06/05, 11:17 am


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