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Old 10-28-2009, 12:50 PM
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Can I be charged if my spouse is charged?


Louisiana - My spouse is being investigated for a hit and run. During a search of our property and home they found a small bag of marij with papers hidden in his drawer. I have a completely clean record and do not do any drugs ever. I have removed myself and my son from the home since he was charged with possession. Can I also be charged?
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Can I also be charged?
Since you 'had access' to the illegal substance prior to its discovery, there are some circumstances where you could be charged.
An example would be if your spouse were to claim.... "NOT MINE!!! It's hers!!!"
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Old 10-28-2009, 06:16 PM
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He told them I did not know it was there and that it was his. How long can they threaten to charge me with it?
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While they CAN charge you, it does not mean they will ... or,that they could prove that the dope was yours even if they could charge you.

The probable cause necessary to support an arrest or an indictment is a lower standard than that needed to convict.

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