Legal Question in Criminal Law in Utah

I was stoped in my car by a sheriff he said that I failed to stop at an intersection he then had me do a feild sobriaty test that I passed the deputy then hand cuffed me and searched my car with out asking me (no consent) the deputy said that he found a corner of a plastic bag that was torn off with marajauna residew thedeputy then gave me a ticket for failing to stop and possition of controled substance if I am convicted I will spend 1 year in the county jail. Is this an eleagal search and sesure what can I do about this matter I am disabled and have no money for an attorney. thank you

Asked on 10/14/09, 10:34 pm

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Do not admit to anything. During your first appearance at court, ask the Judge to appoint you a lawyer. Talk to him and explain your situation.

Answered on 10/20/09, 12:47 am

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