Marijuana laws are changing across the country, but in the state of Texas, marijuana is still only legal for medical use to those with intractable epilepsy. Recreational marijuana use is still a drug crime that is taken very seriously, and law enforcement has been known to overstep boundaries while searching for evidence. Is the smell […]
Blog Category: Drug Crimes
CBD Oil and Synthetic Cannabinoids in Houston: A Mixture That Could Land You in Big Trouble
CBD oil is an extract from marijuana or hemp plants from which the THC has been removed. This substance is legal in Texas; however, the presence of synthetic cannabinoids – chemicals used to mimic the effects of THC, the active ingredient in marijuana – makes it illegal. Even though it may be for sale at […]
Possession With Intent to Distribute: The Penalties for Drug Dealing in Texas
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 […]
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?
Having an arrest on your record for drug possession in Texas can have a negative impact on your life. Even if you were found not guilty or received deferred adjudication, your record could be used against you when it comes to finding a job, getting insurance, buying a house or during a divorce or child […]
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 […]
The Texas Oil Boom and a Boom in Meth Use
Methamphetamine use is on the rise among oil field workers in the Permian Basin region of Texas, as are arrests for possession, manufacturing and selling the drug. Drilling for oil is an expensive process. In order to be profitable, many oil companies must maintain a 24/7 production schedule. This often results in long, grueling shifts […]
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 […]
Harris County’s New Misdemeanor Marijuana Diversion Program
The lights come on behind you and you get pulled over by the police. You are not drunk, not high or running from a robbery. However, you know that in your purse, there is a joint and you are panicking that the police will smell the marijuana and you are busted! What are you going […]
