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 […]
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 […]
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 […]