In Kansas, possession of certain drugs is a crime. This includes methamphetamine, Marijuana, MDMA, Cocaine, and so many other specifically named illegal drugs that I don't have time to list them all.
The most common drug charge I see is Possession of Marijuana. This charge often results after a cop pulls someone over for a minor traffic infraction and either smells "raw marijuana" or "burnt marijuana." Once a cop smells either kind of M.J. they will typically attempt to search the vehicle.
Whether they actually smell it, or just suspect there's marijuana in the car, the cop almost always will ask for permission to search your vehicle. Sometimes they even say something like "if you don't have anything to hide, why don't you let us search your car." In either case, you do not have to give them permission to search. You are giving them permission to violate your constitutional rights. You are the only one that can willingly give those up.
If you get arrested for possession of Marijuana in Manhattan, KS or the surrounding areas, you still have rights. To exercise your rights and to make sure your rights are being respected, call a Manhattan, KS attorney for a consultation.
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