Drug Case Amended, Juneau County
Our client was arrested and charged with possessing marijuana after a traffic stop in Juneau County. Originally, the client tried to represent himself in the matter. The prosecutor gave him two options, plead to the criminal charge or have a trial. The client then hired Attorney Tim Verhoff. Our attorney reviewed the police reports in the case and recognized that the deputy engaged in some questionable conduct. Attorney Verhoff filed a motion to challenge the deputy's contact and detention of our client. The judge scheduled a hearing on our motion. Minutes before the evidentiary hearing was set to begin, the District Attorney changed his tune. He made an offer to amend the case to a non-criminal violation of the county ordinances if our client agreed to withdraw the motion. The client, who agreed, was thrilled with the result, as he avoided a criminal conviction in the matter.