Item: Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall
Rating: 5
Author: JC

Toms River NJ Marijuana Possession Lawyer

Charged With Marijuana Possession in Toms RiverPossession of marijuana is fairly common in Toms River with hundreds of arrests every year. The highest volume of charges involve possession of 50 grams or less of marijuana. Toms River also has a large block of fourth degree marijuana possession offenses as the home of the Criminal Division of the Ocean County Superior Court where all indictable criminal cases filed in Ocean County are heard. It is important for you to hire a skilled marijuana possession defense lawyer if you have been charged with this offense. Penalties can be stiff if you are convicted of either grade of this charge although the skilled attorneys at Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall have a rich history of success in these matters. We have over 100 years of combined experience which includes years serving as prosecutors, even in Toms River. To speak to one of our lawyers in a free initial consultation, contact our Toms River Office at 732-286-6500.
Possession of 50 Grams or Less of Marijuana in Toms River

It continues to remain illegal to possession marijuana in any quantity in New Jersey. N.J.S.A. 2C:35-10(a)(4) makes it a disorderly persons offense to possess 50 grams or less of marijuana. If you possessed marijuana in such a quantity, your case will be heard in Municipal Court of Toms River. While possessing marijuana under this statute is essentially a misdemeanor, you will have a criminal record and be subject to several penalties if you are convicted. There is a county jail term of up to 6 months, a fine of $1,000 and a 6-24 months driver's license suspension that may be imposed.

Fourth Degree Marijuana Possession Offense in Toms River

It is a fourth degree crime to possess more than 50 grams of marijuana in Toms River, Jackson, Manchester, Brick, Lakewood, Seaside Heights or anywhere else in Ocean County. Cases like this are indictable in nature just like a marijuana distribution offense and therefore fall outside the authority of the municipal court. The penalties that you will face if you are convicted of fourth degree marijuana possession include up to 18 months in prison, a $10,000 and a 6-24 license suspension.

Marijuana Possession Attorney in Toms River

Possession of marijuana is unquestionably something that arises in Toms River frequently despite the offense remaining to be criminal in this state. Do not be fooled into believing that your case is minor and that life changing consequence are outside the realm of possibility. At a minimum, you face a fine, license suspension and a criminal record. Hiring a skilled attorney at our firm like Matthew Dorry can go a long way in averting ramifications such as these. We have a team of well accomplished criminal lawyers who have a rich history in Toms River. if you are convicted under 2C:35-10. To learn more about your charge and/or possible represent by one of our attorneys, call our office in Toms River at 732-286-6500.

Exemplary attorneys. I hired them for a DUI and an expungement. I was happy with the results for both cases. Special thank you to Samera for always answering all of my calls and questions JC

★★★★★

I'm 45 years old and this was my first time ever getting in trouble with the law. I was in need of a lawyer and after careful research, I called John F. Marshall Attorneys and was introduced to Abe Basch. Abe was professional, supportive and very thorough. I had three charges against me, one civil and two criminal. I was so scared and expressed that to Abe. The first day I had to go to court, I was an absolute nervous wreck but Abe prepped me and kept my anxiety levels down by going over the process of the courts thoroughly with me. He fought to get my charges dismissed and won all three cases (two court appearances). Abe is positive, confident and he ensured I felt the same way. I'd like to say thank you to Abe for working so diligently on my cases to get them dismissed. I feel like a weight has been lifted off my chest! I highly recommend Abe for any charges you may be faced with. Rose C.

I was out of state on a family emergency and I had to retain council asap as a boy friend was sitting in county jail with the new no bail point system and Mr marshal and staff made me feel Soo much better knowing that my detained loved one was in such great hands! He spoke to me as I was outta state kept in touch allowed me to work out payment due to the situation and just all out the difference in my bfs voice alone with all the medical problems and such he was going threw sounded better than he had since the first day he was there and was Soo happy that Mr marshal went that day retained to see him in the jail and have him ready for court which wasn't supposed to be till Friday but again Mr marshall and team got it so we can get him now on wendsday and all I have to say is if your looking for a real down to earth lawyer that will work with you and help in anyway possible and I can't for get the team at the office TONI and everyone else thank you again I'd give 100 stars if I could! Nicole J.

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