Drug possession is one of the most serious offenses in the country. In Texas, you may face significant penalties depending on the substance in question. However, you may be arrested for drugs that aren't yours or were unaware you were in possession of them. As long...
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Elements that may make drug charges more severe
According to Texas law, specific elements can make penalties for drug charges worse. If you have been charged with a drug crime, it is important to know what the prosecuting attorney may do or use to add penalties to your current drug charges. Where the offense...
Innocent mistakes with prescriptions can lead to serious charges
It’s often said that ignorance is no excuse when it comes to legal charges. Just because someone made a mistake and didn’t understand that what they were doing was illegal doesn’t mean that they can shake those charges by explaining this to the court. They are still...
What does drug paraphernalia mean in Texas?
It can be confusing and overwhelming if you face drug charges in Texas. Because of what's at stake, you must understand the charges and potential penalties. In Texas, drug offenses can take on several forms, with some resulting in more serious federal charges. While...
How the chain of custody errors could affect your drug charges
When the police find drugs on you or your property after a search, they will arrest you for, say, drug possession or trafficking and confiscate the contraband. The drugs will then be presented as evidence and form a significant part of the prosecution’s case against...
3 ways prescription drugs can lead to your arrest
Individuals accused of drug offenses in Texas typically face harsh criminal consequences. Texas has notoriously strict drug prohibition laws. Even drugs that are legal or decriminalized in other states, like marijuana, are still fully illegal here in Texas and can...
Trafficking cocaine can have serious consequences
The state of Texas has some very tough penalties for those who are caught trafficking illegal drugs such as cocaine. In fact, the manufacturing, selling, or possession of cocaine can land you in jail according to the Texas Health and Safety Code (481.115). First-time...
Ways that your drug charges can become more severe
Under Texas law, there are certain elements that can increase the penalties for a defendant’s drug charges if the prosecutor can prove them. If you have an upcoming trial for allegedly committing a drug offense, you may be interested in knowing the type of things that...
Drugged driving charges are serious matters
When people hear about impaired driving, they usually think about alcohol as the impairing factor. That’s correct in many cases, but it’s also possible that other substances are causing the problem. Drugged driving is a huge problem because of the challenges in...
What is necessary for a conspiracy charge?
The legal term "conspiracy" may suffer from improper perceptions. People constantly hear the words "conspiracy theory" spoken with disdain. A legal conspiracy is not the same thing as a fictitious belief not supported by facts. Under federal and Texas state criminal...