2019
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 illicit drugs without a valid prescription and not for medical use, you will likely be convicted on drug possession charges.
Generally, drugs are divided into five penalty groups – Penalty Groups 1 through 4, and a separate grouping for possession of marijuana appropriately deemed the “Marijuana Group.” Which group “your” substance falls into can impact the drug charges you face.
In this post, we outline which substances fall under each Texas drug penalty group, and how classification can affect your drug possession charges.
Penalty Group 1
When you are found guilty of possessing any controlled [...]
