What will happen to me if Ireceived a ticket for under aged drinking and driving, possession of less than one ounce, and paraphernalia?
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What will happen to me if Ireceived a ticket for under aged drinking and driving, possession of less than one ounce, and paraphernalia?
This is my first offense and I was only charged with driving after consumption not a DWI. Should I speak with a criminal law attorney? In Polk County, NC.
Asked on September 10, 2011 under Criminal Law, North Carolina
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
Yes, you should speak with an attorney as soon as you possiblycan. You need to take these charges very seriously. How old are you exactly? Because if you are old enough to drive but younger than the drinking age (21) you could still be considered an adult and tried as such, which is far worse than if you were a minor. Same goes for the drug charge. No matter how small the amount it is still a drug charge. You are still relatively a youngster and your future is before you. It can be seriously marred by a conviction for any of these offenses. You need some one in your corner to explain all aspects of the charges and what they mean for your suture. Get help.
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