my 17 year old was arrested at school and taken to jail and is being charged with possission of a controlled substance he had been given in his words 12 ambien pills which is a felony by another kid which he wont say who gave them to him. any how my question is do i need to hire a lawyer or is a court appointed lawyer good enough.can this be reduced to a misdemener after he turns 18 or will this be on his record for life. i have been told that he will probly get probation if he pleads guilty which i think he is cause he did have them on his possession, but he is 17 being charged with a felony will that be with him for ever. i am not sure what to do any advise would be great thanks
2007-02-11 01:11:45 · 9 answers · asked by mom of 5 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Let's be clear here: Ambien is a sleeping pill, used by people with insomnia. The only reason it's a "controlled substance" is that you're supposed to have a prescription to get it. Technically yes, it's a felony -- in the same way, you could be charged with trafficking for giving your friend a Tylenol 3.
The judge and court-appointed lawyer are presumably not fools. They'll see it's dumb to charge a minor for possession of a dozen sleeping pills. And they should throw this case out faster than you can blink.
If I were you, I'd talk this over with your court-appointed lawyer before doing anything. You'll see there's no way that "felony" will be on your son's record.
2007-02-14 08:55:32 · answer #1 · answered by will_o_the_west 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly I think you may be able to answer your own question. Your son is being taken off to jail and hes beeing charged with a felony and no one will talk...
Some times a court appointed lawyer (not all court appointed lawyers) have the idea either way im getting paid... YES Hire a Lawyer
2007-02-11 01:17:09 · answer #2 · answered by Chantelle c 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you have the financial means to hire a private attorney, I would advise you to do so. If you can not, then you must request a court appointed attorney. I am not sure what will be imposed upon him, as far as a misdemeanor, it will depend on several conditions. If he chooses to name the person who gave him the pills, was there intent to sell, and does he have any priors regarding illegal drugs? Your attorney will have to advise you as to your options. I know your son probably will not want to name the other person involved, that might appear admirable, however, would this kid do the same for your son? Tell your son now is not the time to be a hero, by protecting the other person. I know kids will say that your son would be a snitch, but I can tell you from experience, most kids WILL give up another when the pressure is on. Your son needs to do what is best for himself. Your son may need to learn the hard way, if this has been a pattern of his behavior. As a parent ,I can empathize with you.
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2016-09-28 23:09:57 · answer #4 · answered by carol 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get Lawyer now.
2007-02-11 01:15:43 · answer #5 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
if this is his first time with drugs there is a law im unsure what it is but i know there is one! but it can only be used one time to drop the charges, you shouldnt have to get a outside lawyer, and if he is found guilty yes it will be on his record but like i said its a first time u can ask a lawyer what it is they will know! but u have to ask about it! hope it helps! good luck!
2007-02-11 01:21:38 · answer #6 · answered by lilangelbud2006 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Boy, if ever anyone needed a good lawyer, I think it is you.
And you need to get control of that knucklehead....
2007-02-11 10:13:38 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
he is being charged as an adult. get a lawyer now.
2007-02-11 01:17:42 · answer #8 · answered by polgara922 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes hire one now and right after that knock some sense into your son!!
2007-02-11 01:21:51 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
court appointed liar is good enough probably throw it out or reduce charges if first offense
2007-02-11 01:15:58 · answer #10 · answered by workin_man66 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋