Being charged with possessing a controlled substance with the intent to distribute in Texas brings more severe penalties than being charged with simple possession for personal use. A person convicted of possessing a controlled substance with the intent to distribute could potentially face hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines as well as a life […]
Blog Category: Drug Crimes
Arrested for Prescription Drug Abuse in Houston?
With the rise of opioid and other prescription drug abuse in Texas, state law enforcement is cracking down on illegal prescription drug use and possession. Many prescription medications are classified as controlled substances under Texas’ drug laws. Don’t make the mistake of assuming that illegal use and possession of prescription drugs will not get you […]
Can I Have My Drug Possession Arrest Record Expunged in Texas?
A Past Drug Arrest Doesn’t Have to Define Your Future An arrest for drug possession in Texas can leave a lasting mark on your life, creating a public record that can hinder your ability to get a job, secure housing, or apply for loans. Even if the charges were eventually dropped, the arrest record remains […]
False Positives and Their Negative Impact: Houston Drug Test Kit Convictions
Like any other war, the war on drugs has claimed a fair number of innocent victims, among them people in Houston convicted when a false positive result was obtained using a defective field drug test kit. Field drug test kits were designed to provide law enforcement with an easy to use, inexpensive (around $2 per […]
Vaping Marijuana in Houston Can Result in a Felony Conviction
“Dabbing” or “vaping” are popular terms used to describe smoking marijuana concentrates using an e-cigarette/vaporizer. Vaping marijuana or THC concentrates such as shatter, hash or hash oil in Houston can get you into a lot more trouble than just smoking “loose” marijuana. In Texas, possession of “loose” marijuana is a misdemeanor offense while possession of […]
Houston Controlled Substance Laws and Penalties
If you have been charged with possessing, manufacturing or selling a controlled substance in Houston, the smart thing to do is speak with an experienced Houston drug defense lawyer. The penalties of a conviction for drug or controlled substance possession can be severe. Fines, loss of your driver’s license, probation and jail time are just […]
Possession of Marijuana in a Drug Free Zone in Houston
Drug Free Zones in Texas are designated areas in which drug crimes are more severely penalized. What happens if you’re charged with possession of marijuana in a drug free zone in Houston? What Are The Penalties For Marijuana Possession? Despite the decriminalization of marijuana in some parts of the United States, possession of this drug […]
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas Drug Free Zones
Drug crimes are serious offenses that can have long lasting effects on your freedom, public record, and ability to work in certain careers. Crimes like possession, trafficking, and distribution carry stiff penalties under the Texas legal code. Marijuana possession laws in Texas are some of the strongest in the country. How do these drug laws […]
