The State of Texas has many stringent and difficult-to-understand drug laws, and those found in violation can face severe consequences. Not only are drugs categorized into different categories but the amount of drugs and even the location of the drugs can affect your punishment. At Walter J. Pink & Associates, our team of Great Houston Drug and Controlled Substance Attorneys can defend you and help you understand these laws.
The United States government had a tumultuous relationship with drugs and alcohol starting with the prohibition movement in 1919, which made even alcohol illegal on the Constitutional level. Prohibition was repealed in 1933 but the war on mind-altering substances was reinvigorated in 1971 which is when the famously coined term “War on Drugs” by then-President Richard Nixon, began. The war on drugs has not stopped and has developed over time into the sets of laws and policies we have today. In the State of Texas, our war on drugs began with the passing of the Controlled Substances Act of 1973 and has not stopped since its creation.
Texas categorizes drug offenses based on the nature of the crime and the type and amount of the controlled substance involved.
Groups/Schedules of Controlled Substances can be found in Chapter 481 of The Texas Controlled Substances Act, Health and Safety Code and they break down into the following groups:
Possession means that you have the actual care, custody, management, and/or control. Texas Controlled Substance Act Section 481.002 (38)
The definition can be found in the Texas Controlled Substances Act Section 481.002 (26) and states in part:
Despite the adoption of marijuana/marihuana as legal in many states, it is still illegal in the State of Texas. The penalties for this substance are based on the quantity in question.
The Penalties of possessions can be found in the Texas Controlled Substances Act Section 481.121 if the person knowingly or intentionally possesses a useable quantity of marihuana:
Cocaine is considered a Narcotic Drug and the definition can be found in the Texas Controlled Substances Act Section 481.002 (29)(D) and states in part:
Cocaine is a controlled substance in Category 1 and the Penalties for Substance 1’s are as follows:
This pertains to the production, preparation, and distribution of controlled substances. Oftentimes, an individual can be charged with the intent to distribute merely based on whether the amount of drugs you have in your possession is deemed too excessive for personal use.
The definition can be found in the Texas Controlled Substances Act Section 481.002 (26) and states in part:
Despite the adoption of marijuana/marihuana as legal in many states, it is still illegal in the State of Texas. The penalties for this substance are passed the quantity in question.
The Penalties of delivery can be found in the Texas Controlled Substances Act Section 481.120 if the person knowingly or intentionally delivers marihuana:
Cocaine is considered a Narcotic Drug and the definition can be found in the Texas Controlled Substances Act Section 481.002 (29)(D) and states in part:
Cocaine is a controlled substance in Category 1 and the Penalties for delivery of Substance 1’s are as follows:
These charges involve the large-scale transport and sale of controlled substances, often crossing state or international borders.
This involves obtaining controlled substances through deceptive means, such as forging prescriptions or doctor shopping.
Several factors can influence the severity of drug charges in Texas:
The repercussions of a drug conviction in Texas can be severe:
Drug offenses in Texas carry significant legal and personal ramifications. Understanding the charges, potential consequences, and the importance of skilled legal representation is paramount. With the guidance of a dedicated great Houston drug defense attorney, individuals can navigate the complexities of the legal system, ensuring that their rights are protected and that they receive a fair and just trial.
If you or a loved one are accused of any of the crimes listed on this page, or any crime at all, your life can be irrevocably changed, your liberties stripped, and your pursuit of happiness hindered. For these reasons, you and your family can not just trust anyone with such a serious life-altering matter. You can trust our team of Houston drug defense Attorneys to help you anywhere in the State of Texas. We have received dismissals for our clients in Houston, Harris County, Sugar Land, Missouri City, Richmond, Fort Bend County, Pearland, Brazoria County, Galveston, Galveston County, Austin, Travis County, Dallas, Dallas County, Amarillo, Lubbock, Montgomery County, and can fight for you anywhere else in this great state of Texas.
Remember, if you or a loved one has been accused of a criminal offense, it’s important not to speak with anyone, especially the police or investigators, until you have contacted our office. At the law firm of Walter J. Pink & Associates, PC, you can rest assured your good name and best interests are in good hands! Call us immediately to set up a free consultation and allow us to use our vast knowledge, mental tools, and legal weapons to save your freedom, save your right to pursue happiness, and save your life. The Law Firm For Your Future, 713-664-6651.