Full question:
I was pulled over and arrested in MO and I had less than half an ounce of marijuana, a legal firearm, brass knuckles,butterfly knife, drug paraphernalia,and a military issue smoke grenade. Am I faceing felony charges?
- Category: Criminal
- Date:
- State: Missouri
Answer:
The charges you face depend on the specific laws applicable to your situation. In Missouri, possessing less than thirty-five grams of marijuana is generally a class A misdemeanor (Mo. Stat. § 195.202). However, the presence of weapons like brass knuckles and a butterfly knife may lead to charges under the unlawful use of weapons statute, which is typically a class D felony (Mo. Stat. § 571.030). The military smoke grenade could also be considered an explosive weapon, which carries serious penalties.
Additionally, possessing drug paraphernalia is a class A misdemeanor unless it involves certain controlled substances, which could elevate the charge (Mo. Stat. § 195.233). Given the combination of items you mentioned, it's possible that you could face multiple charges, including felonies, depending on the circumstances of your arrest and your prior criminal history.
For accurate legal advice tailored to your situation, consider consulting with a qualified attorney.
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