Washington State Possession of Marijuana in Vehicle

If you have recently been charged with possession of marijuana in a vehicle in Washington State, you need to contact an experienced defense attorney immediately. Depending on the amount, marijuana possession is a misdemeanor or felony offense, and punishable by mandatory jail time, and fines. In addition, a conviction could result in the loss of certain federal benefits, such as student loans or financial aid. A defense attorney can fight to have your marijuana possession charges reduced or possibly, dismissed.

Whether you are charged with a misdemeanor or felony in Washington State depends on the amount of marijuana in your possession. If you have less than 40 grams, it is considered a misdemeanor offense and you may receive a mandatory minimum sentence of 1 day in jail, with a maximum of 90 days. You may also be ordered to pay $250 to $500 in fines. If a person commits multiple marijuana possession offenses, the jail sentence may increase.

If you have 40 grams of marijuana or more in your vehicle, you could be charged with a felony. The penalties for felony marijuana possession may include up to 5 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. If the police find a large amount of marijuana in your possession, you may even be charged with intent to distribute. This crime is much more serious than simple drug possession.

Juveniles who are caught with marijuana should be especially cautious—the penalty for marijuana possession may also result in a one-year driver’s license suspension, depending on the person’s age.

An experienced defense attorney can carefully investigate your case to find evidence that can be used in your favor. For example, were you subjected to an illegal search and seizure? If the arresting officer searched your vehicle illegally and in the process discovered marijuana, the evidence may be thrown out.

The legal team at Callahan Law is dedicated to helping clients who have been accused of marijuana possession in a vehicle and other traffic violations. We are here to offer advice day and night, and we will work tirelessly to secure a positive outcome to your case.

To learn more about how we can help, contact Callahan Law today. Your initial consultation is free, and we look forward to answering any questions you may have.