{"id":247,"date":"2023-03-23T18:54:14","date_gmt":"2023-03-23T22:54:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.colewilliamslaw.com\/blog\/?p=247"},"modified":"2023-03-23T18:54:14","modified_gmt":"2023-03-23T22:54:14","slug":"why-you-should-hire-a-lawyer-for-underage-possession-marijuana-and-paraphernalia-charges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.colewilliamslaw.com\/blog\/why-you-should-hire-a-lawyer-for-underage-possession-marijuana-and-paraphernalia-charges\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Should Hire a Lawyer for Underage Possession, Marijuana, and Paraphernalia Charges"},"content":{"rendered":"

As a criminal defense law firm in Durham, we have represented countless clients who have been charged with various drug and alcohol-related offenses, including underage possession of alcohol, \"underage marijuana “simple possession,” and illegal drug paraphernalia charges.<\/p>\n

Given the possible long-term consequences, it makes sense to hire an attorney if you’re charged with underage consumption, possession of a Fake ID, and misdemeanor drug charges in Durham.<\/p>\n

Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation out there. While a lot of people smoke marijuana, drink while being underage and think nothing of it, the consequences of a conviction can be quite serious – Cole Williams, Durham Criminal Defense Lawyer <\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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As a criminal defense law firm in Durham, we have represented countless clients who have been charged with various drug and alcohol-related offenses, including underage possession of alcohol, marijuana “simple possession,” and illegal drug paraphernalia charges. 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