In the Texas legal system, the concept of "intent to sell or distribute" is a major factor in drug-related offenses. Individuals may find themselves entangled in legal complexities if accused of having these intentions. If you are facing drug charges, understanding...
Drug Crimes
4 consequences of a drug conviction for college students
In the world of academia, a drug conviction can cast a long shadow over a college student's future. Beyond the legal consequences, the impact of such a conviction can extend to various facets of a student's life, influencing their education, relationships and career...
Murder charges in fentanyl deaths
Fentanyl is the top killer of adults ages 18 to 45 and is even more deadly than car crashes and suicide. In Texas, there was a 400 percent increase in the number of fentanyl-related deaths between 2019 and 2021. Current government officials are taking action to stop...
Understanding the classifications of drug possession
Facing charges for drug possession can lead to potentially costly outcomes. A conviction for possession can bring jail time and substantial fines, not to mention a criminal record that will disrupt your job possibilities and even your access to home rentals. When you...
An overview of Texas cocaine laws
Texas doesn’t take cocaine possession or distribution lightly. In fact, courts charge all criminal cases involving cocaine at the felony level. Cocaine in Texas Texas law categorizes cocaine as a schedule Π drug but groups it as Penalty 1. A schedule Π drug has a high...
Can you really get in trouble in Texas for having CBD or THC oils?
Yes, you certainly can. THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is the psychoactive compound in cannabis. When it makes up 0.3% of a smokable or ingestible product, THC is illegal in Texas. CBD (cannabidiol) is a non-psychoactive product derived from cannabis, either marijuana or...
Legal defense options after drug sniffing dogs are used in a case
Anyone in Texas and across the United States who has watched a television or film drama about drugs will have a basic knowledge of drug sniffing dogs. These trained animals are used by local and federal law enforcement to try and catch people who are carrying illegal...
Why growing marijuana in Texas is not a wise decision
There are many reasons why people may decide to grow marijuana. Perhaps the person needs to make some money and believe that growing marijuana will be a quick and effective way to raise some capital. Maybe marijuana can alleviate the symptoms of a severe medical...
Popular marijuana dabs can result in serious felony charges
If you're a marijuana user who also participates in social media or reads marijuana publications like High Times, chances are very good that you've heard of dabs. These increasingly popular marijuana extracts have been around for years, but now they have become the...
An underage drug offense could damage your child’s educational hopes
Even the brightest and most promising of teenagers make mistakes in judgment. Many teenagers experiment with drugs, from nicotine and alcohol to marijuana and even harder substances. A large number of teens who try a drug a few times won't experience any long-term ill...