Felony Drug Crime Defense Attorneys Serving Clients Across Texas
The state of Texas takes drug crimes very seriously and are considered some of the harshest in the country. There are several penalties that an individual can face if they are convicted of unlawfully possessing, cultivating, and/or distributing controlled substances. If you have been charged with a serious drug crime, you need a team of attorneys that can explore all possible defenses on your behalf. Our Texas criminal defense firm has proudly served the region for over 20 years and is ready to assist you, too. Our firm handles serious crimes of possession, cultivation, intent to sell, and distribution of drugs including marijuana, methamphetamine, heroin, cocaine, LSD, MDMA and more. For strong criminal defense when it matters most, contact our office today.
Determining Penalties for Drug Possession
The state takes various factors into consideration when determining the penalties that a person should face for unlawful drug possession upon being convicted. The factors that the court will take into consideration include the following:
- The type of drug
- The quantity of the drug in the offender’s possession
- How the drug was being stored
- Whether additional drug paraphernalia was possessed
- Any previous convictions
Significant Texas Marijuana Possession Consequences
While many states throughout the country are loosening their restrictions on the possession of marijuana, even to the point of legalizing it entirely, Texas still considers this a serious crime. The penalties for possession in the state of Texas are heavily dependent on the amount of marijuana on one’s person. The breakdown of some of the more serious charges of marijuana possession we handle include:
- 4 oz-5 lbs is a felony that can result in a minimum of 180 days in jail (up to 2 years) and a maximum fine of $10,000
- 5-50 lbs is a felony that can result in at least 2 years in jail (but no more than 10 years) and a fine of up to $10,000
- 50-2,000 lbs is a second-degree felony that can result in between 2 and 20 years in jail as well as a maximum fine of $10,000
- More than 2000 lbs is a felony that can result in between 5 and 99 years in jail as well as a maximum fine of $50,000
Manufacturing or Delivery of Drugs
The manufacturing or delivery of serious drugs in Texas brings with it significant consequences. Most of the most dangerous drugs are broken down into penalty groups. Penalty 1 group is the most dangerous drugs, including opioids, PCP, GHB, Ketamine, and methamphetamine. Penalty 2 group drugs include DMT, MDMA, amphetamine, and Qualuudes. Penalty group 3 drugs include Xanax, Klonopin, Ritalin, and Preludin. Manufacturing or delivery of drugs of less than a gram can bring a minimum of 180 days to 2 years in jail and a max fine of 10,000 dollars. As the weight of the drug increases, so does the consequences getting all the way up to life in prison for a conviction of this crime when the weight exceeds 400 grams.
Contact Your Texas Drug Possession Defense Attorneys Today
If you have been charged with the unlawful possession of a controlled substance in the state of Texas, it is critical to retain the services of an experienced attorney. Our Texas attorneys understand how much is at stake when you or a loved one are facing criminal charges, as a criminal record can have lasting impacts on many aspects of your life. If you need a legal team that is ready to explore all possible defenses on your behalf after facing a drug charge, contact our experienced law firm today.