If my house was raided by police, and there's four people on the lease. But only one was home, and drugs were found in a common area. Can th...

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If my house was raided by police, and there's four people on the lease. But only one was home, and drugs were found in a common area. Can the state charge those who weren't home

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The police, and prosecution (as appropriate), would be reviewing the totality of the evidence in making decisions as to criminal charging. The full facts of the particular incident would need to be known. Tricia Dwyer Esq. Minnesota Criminal Defense Attorneys ph 612-296-9666 365 days until 6 p.m. daily. http://DWYERLAWFIRM.net

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Anyone who is deemed to have constructive possession or actual possession maybe charged. That does not mean there is not a defense to the charge. You should immediately consult with counsel.

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I agree with Ms. Dwyer and Mr. Beaulier. I would like to add in simple terms to answer your question: an individual DOES NOT have to be at home to be charged.