Category: Drug Crimes

Is My Drug Charge a Misdemeanor or Felony?

Determining whether a drug charge is a misdemeanor or felony depends on factors such as the type of drug, the amount involved, and the accused’s...

How to Fight Texas Drug Possession Charges

If you or a loved one is in a situation where you’re facing drug charges in Texas, you’re likely wondering about the steps you can...

TEXAS DRUG CRIME GUIDE

IMPORTANT DRUG TERMS THAT YOU SHOULD KNOW Because the drug laws in Texas use specific terms that you may not be familiar with, the following...

Probable Cause Questions on Your TX Drug Charge? Read This!

Anyone who has watched a police show on television or seen a movie has heard the term “probable cause.” However, it probably doesn’t have a...

Will 2021 Be the Year Texas Legalizes? Maybe…But Not Yet

Many states have legalized marijuana in the last decade, and if some state lawmakers get their way, Texas may soon be added to the list....

More Than 160 Drug Convictions Tied to Houston Officers are Dismissed

Drug charges are never to be taken lightly. In severe cases, conviction can result in years in prison and extremely high fines. However, just as...

Civil Forfeiture: The “Secret” Texas Drug Crime Penalty

Let’s say you get pulled over by the police as you’re driving your truck toward the border. The officers question you and find bullets in...

What Rules Does Texas Have About Police Dogs and Drug Charges?

The Fourth Amendment clearly states the right of all Americans to be protected against unlawful search and seizures by law enforcement. This right extends to...

Mandatory Minimums for Texas Drug Trafficking Convictions?

In Texas, sentencing for drug trafficking crimes at the state level is still left up to the discretion of the judge who hears your case....

How Texas Penalty Groups Impact Drug Possession Charges

According to the Texas Controlled Substances Act, when a prosecutor can prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you intentionally possessed or controlled the possession of...

When Prescription Drugs Can Get You Charged with a Crime in Texas

When we think of “drugs,” we typically think of two types: controlled substances (illegal drugs like marijuana and cocaine) and prescription drugs. In the eyes...

Actions That Texas Considers Drug Trafficking

The U.S. Department of Justice reports that drug trafficking constitutes 1 in every 5 drug-related arrests made in the United States. Texas is no exception...