Atlanta man Ricky Hefflin Busted for Pot at Fulton Courthouse

Authorities say an Atlanta man was arrested after trying to carry marijuana into the Fulton County Courthouse on Wednesday. Deputies say when 26-year-old Ricky Hefflin tried to go through the security checkpoint, they found 19 small baggies of pot in his pocket.

Fulton County deputies say Hefflin was asked to empty his pockets and put his items in a bin for scanning by the courthouse magnetometer. But they say he refused, stating, ”I don’t have anything.

Deputies say Hefflin then walked through the security scanner and was instructed to empty his pockets again. They say he became nervous and refused to comply. Hefflin was then searched, and deputies found a plastic bag with 19 smaller, individual baggies inside it.

Upon questioning, authorities say Hefflin indicated the bags were stuffed with marijuana. He was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. He was also charged on two active warrants against him for battery.

Hefflin is being held in the Fulton County Jail.