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How a Houston Drug Defense Attorney Can Help You Fight Texas Drug Possession Charges

July 30, 2020

Being arrested on any kind of drug possession charge in Houston places you in a bad situation — but it’s not the same as being convicted. Conviction for misdemeanor or felony drug possession drugs in Texas usually results in hefty fines and/or jail time. Not only that, the conviction will remain in the public record […]

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Recent Changes in Texas Hemp Laws and Marijuana Prosecution In Harris County

September 19, 2019

Recent Changes in Texas Hemp Laws and Marijuana Prosecution In Harris County

If you’ve been arrested for marijuana possession in Harris County, you find yourself facing misdemeanor charges. A conviction could mean jail time, fines or both. And the arrest will appear on your permanent record, which could make it hard to find a job, housing or schooling. However, recent changes in Texas hemp laws have made it […]

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Houston Controlled Substance Laws and Penalties

April 26, 2017

Houston controlled substance laws

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 […]

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Harris County’s New Misdemeanor Marijuana Diversion Program

March 7, 2017

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 […]

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If I’m Driving a Car and my Passenger Has Drugs, Can I Be Charged with Possession?

January 16, 2015

Drug Possession Charges in Houston

Texas law states that you may be responsible for anything in your possession, including a passenger in your car. If your passenger has drugs in their pocket, you may find yourself facing drug possession charges in Houston, even if you were unaware of the drugs. How can I know what someone has in his or […]

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Perils of Pot

September 25, 2014

Houston Marijuana Possession Charge
Smoke pot? Read here: Yes, the country has become more lenient on people smoking pot. States are making it legal or by rx, or turning their eyes away from it. However, every single day in Texas, many people are being arrested for possession of marijuana!

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