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CDS in a Motor Vehicle Lawyers in Evesham NJ

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If you are pulled over and arrested for drug possession involving marijuana, heroin or cocaine, then you may also be charged with the traffic offense known as CDS in a Motor Vehicle. Under NJSA 39:4-49.1, possession of CDS in a Motor Vehicle carries a mandatory license suspension for two (2) years. For some clients, a two year license suspension is more devastating than a criminal record. With how much we rely on transportation for employment and family, it is imperative that we keep our driver’s license from being suspended. Although CDS in a motor vehicle is a traffic offense in New Jersey, the penalties if convicted are equally as devastating as someone who has been convicted of a second offense DWI. As you will see below, anyone convicted of this offense will be facing a mandatory two year loss of license. There is absolutely zero discretion when it comes to not only if the individual’s license will be suspended but for the time period to. If you have been arrested and charged with possession of CDS in a motor vehicle, possession of less than 50 grams of marijuana or possession of drug paraphernalia in Burlington County, contact a criminal defense attorney immediately.

The Burlington County criminal defense attorneys at Proetta, Oliver & Fay have spent their careers practicing criminal law. Our team of criminal trial lawyers understand the intricacies and changes in the law concerning criminal drug cases and traffic matters. We understand our clients’ concerns and we make ourselves available to our clients to help ease these uncertainties. To speak with an attorney, please contact us at (609) 850-8284. We can go over the facts of your case and work towards creating defense that fits your needs. We serve all of Burlington County, including Washington Township, Chesterfield, Burlington Township, Cinnaminson, Delran, Mansfield, Palmyra, Mount Laurel, Mount Holly and Southampton.

CDS in a Motor Vehicle Attorneys in Mount Laurel NJ

Tickets for CDS in a Motor Vehicle are governed by NJSA 39:4-49.1. Specifically, the law states that:

“No person shall operate a motor vehicle on any highway while knowingly having in his possession or in the motor vehicle any controlled dangerous substance as classified in Schedules I, II, III, IV and V of the ‘New Jersey Controlled Dangerous Substances Act,’ (24:21-1 et seq.) or any prescription legend drug, unless the person has obtained the substance or drug from, or on a valid written prescription of, a duly licensed physician, veterinarian, dentist or other medical practitioner licensed to write prescriptions intended for the treatment or prevention of disease in man or animals or unless the person possesses a controlled dangerous substance pursuant to a lawful order of a practitioner or lawfully possesses a Schedule V substance.”

Will I Lose My License For Having Marijuana in My Car?

If you plead guilty or are found guilty of a controlled dangerous substances like marijuana in your car, then you will be facing a mandatory license suspension of two years, pursuant to NJSA 39:4-49.1. Additionally, the court will impose a mandatory minimum fine of $50.00. This is in addition to any fines, probation or jail time that the court imposes for any criminal charges that you are facing for NJSA 2C:10-35a(4).

Evesham CDS in a Motor Vehicle Lawyer

If you have been arrested and charged with CDS in a Motor Vehicle, possession of marijuana, possession of heroin, drug distribution or possession of cocaine, the law firm of Proetta, Oliver & Fay can help. Our team of criminal trial attorneys includes former NJ Deputy Attorney General, William C. Fay, IV. Having spent part of his career prosecuting cases on behalf of the State, Mr. Fay knows exactly where to find the weaknesses in the State’s case and can mount a successful defense to your charges. We will help fight against any suspension of your Driver’s License and work to keep your criminal record clear. Our office has appeared in courts throughout Burlington County, including towns like Bordentown, Bass River, Burlington, Medford, Maple Shade, Evesham, Mount Laurel, Moorestown and Pemberton. Contact our office and schedule a consultation with an attorney today. We can be reached 24/7 at (609) 850-8284.

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Our phones are answered 24 hours a day. We are available weekdays during business hours. We also meet with clients on evenings and weekends by request. We have four office locations conveniently located in Jersey City, Edison, Middletown, Cranford, Burlington, and Hamilton. All major credit cards are accepted.

Burlington Office

525 Highway 73,
Suite 104, Marlton,
New Jersey 08053
Phone: 609-850-8284
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Hamilton Office

100 Horizon Center
Boulevard, Hamilton,
New Jersey, 08691
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Point Pleasant Office

3828 River Road,
Suite A, Point Pleasant,
New Jersey 08742
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Middletown Office

180 Kings Highway,
Middletown Township,
New Jersey 07748
By Appointment Only