Cited for Possession of Marijuana in Colorado?
Myth: Denver passed a law decriminalizing possession of small amounts of marijuana. I cannot get arrested or fined if I am carrying a little bit of pot.
Reality: Although Denver did pass such a law, Denver city prosecutors have the power to enforce state law. Under Colorado state law, possession of small amounts of marijuana is still a crime. You CAN be arrested. This law is being enforced more often than ever.
Myth: I just have to pay a fine if I am cited for possession of marijuana. There are no other negative consequences.
Reality: Even though you get "cited and released" with a $100 fine, that drug conviction still goes on your criminal record, which follows you throughout your life. With a drug possession conviction on your criminal record, you may be denied federal student aid for college or have a hard time getting a job.
Philip M. Smith, Attorney At Law · Denver, Colorado
Criminal Defense · Possession of Marijuana
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Do not assume that your best course of action is to pay the fine and move on with your life. Depending on the circumstances, you may want to fight the marijuana possession citation. If you decide to fight, and are seeking an experienced drug charges defense lawyer to serve as your advocate, I encourage you to contact my offices for a free initial consultation.
I have almost 30 years of legal experience, 16 of them as a district attorney. I have successfully defended several clients against a variety of misdemeanor and felony drug charges. I know the kinds of questions to look into, in order to mount an effective defense in a drug crimes case: How did the police gather evidence? Did they have probable cause to search your person or your car?
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If you have been cited for possession of marijuana and want to try to keep a drug charge conviction off your criminal record — contact my offices today for a free and confidential initial consultation.
