Dunwoody Marijuana Cases

If you are charged by a Dunwoody police officer for possession of marijuana less than one ounce, that is a misdemeanor charge. Possession of drug related objects (like pipes) is also generally a misdemeanor. If you are charged with distributing marijuana, or with possession greater than one ounce, you are charged with a felony. Any kind of conviction can be very serious. Drug offenses like marijuana possession carry with them harsh Georgia drivers license suspension issues as well. In addition, Dunwoody police officers charge many drivers with DUI offenses. While it has been proven that alcohol can affect one's abiity to drive safely, that link is much less certain with marijuana. However, that does not stop Dunwoody cops from accusing many people with DUI - drug offenses for driving while under the possession of marijuana. Instead of a breathalyzer, the officer will usually require a blood test. When the blood test comes back from the lab, if it is positive for Marijuana, Dunwoody prosecuting attorneys will seek to use that to show that you were high on marijuana when you were pulled over. The officer will probably say that your eyes were red and your speech was slurred, or that he could smell the odor of marijuana on your person or in your car. But marijuana can stay in your system fora long time. DUI - marijuana cases can be fought and won. Call an experienced Dunwoody marijuana lawyer today fora free case consultation.