Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas

I was arrested in Brenham, TX (Washington County) for possession of Marijuana under 2 ounces. I am a resident of Austin, TX. I was driving to Houston when an officer pulled me over for a dim headlight. The light actually passed inspection but the officer said it looked too dim and wrote me a warning for it. He said he smelled marijuana and asked if there was any in the car. My passenger and I said no. He told us he was going to search anyway so we told him there was one gram and gave it to him. He arrested me and I went to jail for one night. My court date is February 24th and I have no prior offenses. Should I get a lawyer or is it pointless since I already admitted that it was mine?


Asked on 1/22/10, 7:15 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Bridgett Brumbaugh Law Office of Bridgett Brumbaugh

Get a lawyer in Washington County as they will be familiar with the Judges and prosecutors. If you can get deferred adjudication, at least you could petition for non-disclosure in the future. Your attorney should be able to negotiate on your behalf for the best outcome possible, based on the facts in your case.

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Answered on 1/28/10, 6:40 am
Jeffrey Brashear The Brashear Law Firm, PLLC

Based on what you have written, you should have a law firm represent you. There are many options potentially available to you. Some options may result in a complete and true dismissal and your eligibility for expunction whereas other options would result with you being able to file a non-disclosure after a time period. If my law firm can assist you with this legal issue or any other legal matter, please contact my law firm at [email protected] for an initial consultation.

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Answered on 1/28/10, 10:59 am


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