got busted in the city

[kickmynugs]

hey all i was busted with 25grams of really nice green in chicago and my court date is coming up. Since its a misdameaner for less than 1oz, should I bother getting a lawyer or should I just go represent myself?

[kickmynugs]

any replies welcomed here...

[SmokeyTokey]

I don't have any good advice for you brother. If it was a misdemeanor is there some sort of plea you could work out? Sorry this happened to you man, I hope it works out okay in the end.

-Smokey

[trynagethigh]

you will probably get drug school

[CheebaMan]

my only reply is that "You Fucked Up"

[klarity]

is it your first offense?

it is a misdemeanor since its under a z, but either way I would get a lawyer. an attorney will cost you between $750-1000, but they are worth the money since they can plea you out of the charge for a first offense. if it is not your first offense i would definitely get a lawyer

good luck and sorry this happened to you

[user123]

yooooo. it all depends how u got busted. and if its ur first offense pls elaborate

[kickmynugs]

hey all, i forgot to update you guys. i went to court and opted for the free state provided lawyer. i didnt see my lawyer until my name was called for the hearing so i was never able to get briefed or talk to my lawyer prior to the case. So the hearing goes on I plead guilty and the judge tells me I need to go to drug school and I would avoid any fines, jailtime, etc. when I complete the course. After drug school I can have the case expunged from my record so I guess its not so bad. One thing is I wasnt really able to say much during my hearing. My lawyer wrote a few things down in his paperwork, and he was worthless. The criminal system really sucks, I cant imagine how people can defend themselves if they were non guilty of charges..

[MrNiceguy421]

my only reply is that "You Fucked Up"

lol TRUE DAT

[cobracommander1079]

You should have tried to pay the cop off!! Usually if you only have a few grams Chicago cops take it and let you go (provided your not violent or possesing a gun).

[howhigh22]

Represent yourself if its your first time... you ll prob get drug school and a fine

[Chiguy]

You're first offense you always are let off pretty light as long as you aren't caught with weight.

Where you fucked up is getting the P.A... public attorneys work for the system, no matter what people tell you. For the most part they dont give a fuck about you or your case, and their job is to get you through the system as quick as possible.