In Trouble with the Law

[ZSigErik]

Ok, heres the story:

Last night, my parents left to go to my sisters AAU regionals for basketball. I, being a partier, decided to throw one of my usual parties. So I got my band over, told 'em to invite whoever, and the party went on from there. The party total started peaking at arond 30 or so people, and its rockin'.

Everyone is having fun but I had a bad feeling about the whole thing for the better part of the day. Well, to make a long story short, the police got noise disturbance calls so they came in, did what they had to do, almost everyone blew over, including myself with a .14. The police never asked to enter my home, they just walked in, now I'm not wondering about that. Im wondering what are some of my best/worst situations?

I recieved 3 misdemeanors, MIP, Contributing to the Delinquancy(sp?) of a minor, and having a house party. I spent a night in a holding cell and complied with everything the police asked me to do. I was released this morning, and my bail was 300$, but they "waived" that and told me I could go home becuase I have a spotless record. I have to appear in court within 14 days for an "aranement"(sp?). The police officer who released me told me to plead not guilty and speak to the prosecuting attorny.

Now, I'm wondering what I should do, or just well, what I do in this situation? What are some things that could or will happen to me? Any info at all would be GREATLY appreciated.

[PyRo]

If you can, I would talk to a lawyer about it, they might even have to give you one, i'm not sure. Are you 18? That can make some differance, in what will happen.

Most likely the worst that will happen is a bunch of fines and probation. I don't think you have a case for unreasonable search, there are alot of ways around it, and since you were having a party, i'm sure they found one. Like the officer said speak to the prosecuter. They are likely to offer you a deal, like if you plead guilty to one charge they will drop the other two or somthing like that, i'm not attorney but it would probably be best not to admit guilt in any way to anyone.

[Mango]

Re: In Trouble with the Law

Originally posted by ZSigErik
The police never asked to enter my home, they just walked in, now I'm not wondering about that.

They didn't need to ask to come in. If you opened the door for them, that was reason enough. Also, if they could see any alcohol or minors drinking, that is also enough probable cause to enter.

I don't know laws in your state but you will probably have to serve community service and pay a fine. One or all of the charges might be dropped or lowered. It's hard to say. It's literally down to what kind of mood the judge is in that day and your previous record.

[FalconGuy016]

You arent allowed to have house parties?

[shartley]

[wimag]

Originally posted by FalconGuy016
You arent allowed to have house parties?

and you question why?

[fire1811]

this is why i drink alone

[ks064]

Talk to the ADA or if you qualify for a public defender have him talk to the ADA. Since this is your first offense you will probably have some fines and/or community service (more likely). Don't stress over it. As for the officer entering your home, to bad he has every right (sounds like he had more than enough probable cause).

[PyRo]

Originally posted by fire1811
this is why i drink alone

[ZSigErik]

Yea, thats why I said, Im not wondering that point, at all, I understood why, I was just stating a fact I viewed to be necessary to the story.

Im 17, and live in Michigan, if that helps anymore, iVe done everything the police have asked me to do. I just hope this turns out good, but things always do for me. If I was a thiest I would ask for your prayers in the coming days.

[Buff]

I think u messed up ur last sentance.....
are u atheist?

[PyRo]

He didn't mess up, he is an atheist...
Now you deserve to get the chair for this

You don't have much to worry about. You will probably get some fines, community service, probation whatever. Your parents can actually get in more trouble than you can. Since your 17, when you turn 18 this won't show up your your record.

[redzone]

i hope you learned a lesson

party at other peoples houses (and dont drink and drive)

[Morally0Confused]

my question is
do your parents know yet?
if so?
hows that going?

[StuDawggie]

Originally posted by ZSigErik
Im 17, and live in Michigan, if that helps anymore

What county and city are you in... I've had a run in with the law and might be able to help you out depending on where you're at. PM me and I'll try to help you best I can.

Stu