Overview of Texas Drug Crime Laws
There are many different controlled substances; possession of any of these can result in severe penalties for drug crime charges. It is important for you to know what drug crimes you could be convicted of: cultivation, distribution, and possession.
Depending on the type of substance and the crime you are charge with, you could face serious penalties upon conviction. Controlled substances in the state of Texas are divided up into five “schedules.” The more-serious drugs are categorized in Schedule I and the less-serious substances in Schedule V.
Schedule I substances include drugs that have a high risk for abuse and no medically accepted use. These may include drugs like heroine or marijuana. If you are charged with possession of marijuana, then you could face very serious penalties depending on the amount that you are charged with possessing.
If you are charged with possession of 2 ounces or less, then you will face Class B misdemeanor charges, which carry penalties of up to 180 days in jail and / or fines of up to $2,000. If you are charged with possession of more than 2,000 pounds, then you will face enhanced first-degree felony charges, which carry penalties of up to 99 years in prison and up to $50,000 in fines.
Charged with a Drug Offense in Austin, TX?
Have you been arrested and charged with a drug crime? If so, then you need skilled representation on your side in order to pursue a favorable outcome for your situation. Without legal assistance, you could be convicted of this crime and incur some very serious penalties.
It is important that you have a qualified lawyer on your side who can work with you to pursue the result you need. The Law Office of Richard T. Jones takes every case extremely seriously and provides the personalized attention that each client deserves.
Contact Attorney Jones today at (512) 856-4022 or online.