A few weeks ago I was at a football game and I was stopped by a cop who asked for some ID. I had been holding an empty can so I ended up getting an “on-site” arrest, which basically was a written report & a mandatory appearance in court.

I considered hiring an attorney but I’m not sure if its even worth it. On the other hand one of the biggest penalties is a 3 month A.A course which I do not want on my plate. I spoke to a friend that got the same charge and they decided they are just going to go to court. I would like to just receive a few hours of community service and maybe a fine but I’m not sure how the court process works. Do I plea no contest?

Yes, I did something stupid. I don’t get in trouble like this and I’m not looking for a lecture. (I think an arrest was a slap on the wrist enough) Hopefully I can get some honest legal information from someone about how I should go about my court date/charge.

Thank you.
********This was in hillsbourogh County, FL