deepseadiver
Junior Member
In 2008, I was arrested for posession, distribution, and being under the influence of a controlled substance. I was in a Federal nature reserve by the Bureau of Land Management at the time, so I was charged in Federal courts. Both felonies (posession and distribution) were dropped, and I was charged with "being under the influence of a controlled substance to the degree that one may endanger him/herself". I was told it was a 'petty offense' equivalent to a traffic ticket and I paid a 100$ fine. I have called lawyers and none have returned my calls and I can't find my answer anywhere.
Is this crime considered a misdemeanor or an infraction? Do I need to answer 'yes' to licensing/employment applications that ask if I have been convicted of a misdemeanor?
Here is some background on the charge..
The violation N17L, L0152876
The offense for this violation is UNDER THE INFLUENCE/DRUG.
The offense code for this violation is G.
The disposition for this violation is INSTALLMENT PAID (PF).
The total amount paid is $ 135.00.
Again I was arrested by the BLM. Any help from a someone with knowledge of Federal law I would appreciate it.
Is this crime considered a misdemeanor or an infraction? Do I need to answer 'yes' to licensing/employment applications that ask if I have been convicted of a misdemeanor?
Here is some background on the charge..
The violation N17L, L0152876
The offense for this violation is UNDER THE INFLUENCE/DRUG.
The offense code for this violation is G.
The disposition for this violation is INSTALLMENT PAID (PF).
The total amount paid is $ 135.00.
Again I was arrested by the BLM. Any help from a someone with knowledge of Federal law I would appreciate it.