Misdemeanor Drug Possession Defense

Summary

The user is facing a misdemeanor drug possession charge in Wyoming. She claims she was unaware of the drugs in her apartment. Her boyfriend, who is also her co-defendant, allegedly told the police where the drugs were located. The user has a public defender but expresses distrust in him, feeling he is not fully supporting her. She is considering going to trial and is awaiting discovery documents for her case. The user was advised on the importance of open communication with her public defender, potential penalties for drug possession in Wyoming, and the possibility of requesting a new public defender if unsatisfied.

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Im facing a misdemeanor drug possession charge and i didnt kno the drugs were in the apartment my boyfriend told the detectives exsctly wer thry was at
What state are you located in, ****? Laws regarding drug possession vary by location.
Gillette, Wyo
In Wyoming, unknowingly possessing drugs can still lead to charges. However, knowledge and intent are key factors in your defense. Are you represented by a lawyer?
Publuc defender and i just dont trust him
What specific concerns do you have about your public defender? It's important to have trust in your legal representation.
I feel like hes not all the way in my corner. For some reason they all believe my boyfriend
Have you discussed your concerns with your public defender? It's crucial to have open communication for a successful defense.
Yup
That's a good step. It's important to voice your concerns. If you're still unsatisfied, you can request a new public defender.
I want a por bono attorney someone who isnt sitying side by side with the county attirney
What specific actions or behaviors make you feel that your public defender is not fully supporting you?
Just telling me that my boyfriend said this n said that. Pretty much what i have to say doesnt matter
Have you considered filing a complaint about your public defender's conduct? It's important to feel heard and represented in your case.
His boss is siding with him and we gad words only the way she talked to me
What specific words or actions from his boss made you feel unsupported? In Wyoming, you can file a complaint with the State Bar if you believe your attorney is not adequately representing you.
Can you help me with my csse
What specific actions or behaviors from your public defender's boss made you feel unsupported? In Wyoming, you can file a complaint with the Wyoming State Bar if you believe your attorney is not adequately representing you.
Can you help me with my case?
What specific actions or behaviors from your public defender's boss made you feel unsupported?
Im not about my public defender right now i want to kno if you can help me with my case
What specific aspects of your case do you need help with?
To prove that i didnt kno the drugs were in the home prive tgat they aint my drugs
What evidence do you have to support your claim that you were unaware of the drugs in your home?
What my boyfriend left i flushed down the toilet and was asked about search n if i knrw tgere was drugs in the apartment i said no cause i honestly didnt kno they was there and i was confident that there was no drugs in the home
Did the police find any drugs in the apartment after you flushed what your boyfriend left?
Yes..
What were the circumstances under which the police found the drugs?
My boyfriend was in the police car outside which i didnt kno he was until they was almost done with the search but my boyfriend told them where the drugs were and thats where they found them
Did your boyfriend admit to the police that the drugs were his?
Nope he said they was mines
What evidence does the prosecution have to prove that the drugs were yours?
They going off his word and they using the fact that i flushed drugs down toilet.mind you my boyfriend was talking to the cops * n the half hrs before the search
Did you give the police permission to search your apartment or did they have a search warrant?
They had my boyfriend permission and when they said he told them i conceal drugs in the apartment i chuckled n gave them prrmission
What was the reason for the police to initially interact with your boyfriend?
I had called the cops on him for having drugs on him
What was the outcome of the case against your boyfriend for drug possession?
He got misdemeanor charge
What was the specific drug involved in your case?
Can we continue r conversation
Of course, we can continue our conversation. What specific questions or concerns do you have regarding your misdemeanor drug possession charge?
you had asked me something aboit my boyfriend
What is the role of your boyfriend in this case?
He my codefendant
What charges is your boyfriend facing in relation to this case?
They found *.* grams on him and he said i put it on him in his pocket and then tolf tgem i concealed drugs in the home but he the one who told them whete they was at
What evidence does the prosecution have against you besides your boyfriend's statement?

In Wyoming, possession of a controlled substance can lead to:
- Up to 12 months imprisonment and/or
- A fine up to $*,* for a misdemeanor.
His statement n them finding thr drugs in the home
What was the location in the home where the drugs were found?
Kitchen and bedroom
What type of drugs were found in the kitchen and bedroom?
Meth in the baggie and wrapped with paper
What is your current legal representation situation? Are you represented by a lawyer?

In Wyoming, possession of methamphetamine can lead to serious penalties including imprisonment and fines.
public defender
What is the name of your public defender? It's important to have open communication with them about your case. They can help you understand the charges and potential defenses.
Id there anyway u can call me
I'm sorry, but as an online service, we don't provide phone calls. Can I assist you further here?
So what do u think? I wanna go to trial
What is your public defender's opinion on going to trial? It's crucial to discuss this with them as they have a better understanding of your case specifics.
My public defender said my boyfriend is pretty well known to the prosector
How does your public defender believe your boyfriend's reputation with the prosecutor might impact your case?
He get away with stuff that a person not known to them cant get away eith and his word is pretty much crediable to them
What actions has your public defender suggested to counteract your boyfriend's credibility with the prosecutor?
Nothing
What is your next court date? It's important to prepare and discuss your strategy with your public defender.
At this time no court date he waiting to get more evidance well my discovery
What kind of evidence is your public defender waiting for?
Discovery
What specific information or documents is your public defender hoping to obtain from the discovery process?
he didnt really say just was waiting on the discovery
What is the current status of your case? Have you received the discovery documents yet?
No i havent gitten my discovery and */*/* is when i got the charge
What is the reason given for the delay in receiving your discovery documents?
My public defender said september 15th us the deadline
What happens if you don't receive the discovery documents by the September 15th deadline?
I dont kno
If you don't receive the discovery documents by the deadline, your public defender may request a continuance or file a motion to compel discovery.
Can we continue
Of course, we can continue. What specific questions or concerns do you have regarding your misdemeanor drug possession charge?