What should do if you are depressed and use weed to self medicate?
– DW, Texas
Answer:
Stop using weed (marijuana) to relax or self medicate. It’s illegal and you will go to jail or ultimately to prison. While many judges are sympathetic, they will enforce the law. Juries will enforce the law as well. As a criminal defense with experience in mental health issues, I help my clients receive the treatment they need. I can present evidence of mental health issues and try for a dismissal or mental health probation.
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