Summary
User is facing charges for possession of methamphetamine, tampering with physical evidence, and drug paraphernalia in Kentucky. The drugs were found in a truck that didnt belong to the user but were charged as no one claimed ownership. The user was not given a chance to explain their side of the story during the arrest and didnt have a lawyer present. The user is friends with the person who claimed ownership of the bag where the drugs were found. The user is currently seeking a public defender.Full Conversation
Poss cont sub 1st deg 1st off methamphetamine tampering with physical evidence drug paraphernalia buy possess because they searched the truck and found a box of candy the a bag the guy it belonged to said it was his but they charged me with it to because officer said nobody claimed it
Were you given a chance to explain your side of the story during the arrest?
No
Did you have a lawyer present during your arrest or questioning?
No
What is the date of your next court hearing?
October 18th *:* Butler county
What is the name of the person who claimed the bag was his?
In Kentucky, possession of methamphetamine is a Class D felony, punishable by *-5 years in prison.
Marvin woolbright
What is your relationship with Marvin Woolbright?
In Kentucky, possession of methamphetamine is a Class D felony, punishable by *-5 years in prison. Tampering with physical evidence is also a Class D felony.
Friends
What was the context of your interaction with Marvin Woolbright when the police found the drugs?
In Kentucky, drug paraphernalia possession is a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by up to 1 year in jail.
Sorry what do you mean
Can you please describe the situation when the police found the drugs? Were you and Marvin Woolbright together at that time?
I was standing at the side of the driver side to the back of truck and Marvin was standing beside officer when he was searching truck
Did you give consent to the officer to search the truck?
I didn't it wasn't my truck and Marvin had a marijuana pipe and told officer he did so that gave him a right to search
Did the officer provide a reason for initiating the search beyond the presence of the marijuana pipe?
There were other people with us the girl was driving had a open container
Did the officer conduct a field sobriety test on the driver before initiating the search?
I don't think so
Did the officer find any other illegal substances or paraphernalia in the truck apart from the methamphetamine and the marijuana pipe?
No
What is your current legal representation status? Do you have a lawyer or are you seeking one?
I don't have a lawyer right now and I am on disability
Are you looking for a public defender or a private attorney? In Kentucky, you can apply for a public defender if you can't afford a private attorney.
Yes
Which one are you looking for, a public defender or a private attorney?
- If you need a public defender, you can apply at the Butler County Public Defender's Office. Their contact number is (*) *-*.
Public defender I guess because I don't have the money to pay for one
In Kentucky, you can apply for a public defender through the Department of Public Advocacy. The nearest office is in Bowling Green, KY. Their contact number is (*) *-*.
Okay thank you
You're welcome, Mary Ann. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.
Thank you that's all for now
You're welcome, Mary Ann. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have more questions in the future. Take care.
Have a good day
You too, Mary Ann. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need any more legal information in the future.
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