In Houston, across Harris County and throughout Texas, people are likely to be confused about the potential changes to cannabis laws. Despite it being legalized in of many states across the nation, that is not the case in Texas. Therefore, it is imperative for people...
Drug Charges
Neighborhood complaints result in drug charges and arrest
Most people suspect that drug charges and arrests are the result of long, pains-taking investigations. In fact, many arrests are the result of neighborhood complaints about suspicious activities in nearby houses. A recent arrest in Beaumont shows now neighborhood...
Penalties for drug charges and how to fight them
The penalties for drug charges in Texas can be significant with the potential loss of freedom and threats to the accused individual’s future on the line. For that reason, Texans facing drug charges should be familiar with what those penalties are the possible options...
NBA player and Texas native arrested on drug charges
In Houston and across Texas, people might think that since marijuana is increasingly treated as if it is a relatively insignificant issue and there is a movement to have it legalized they will not face legal penalties if they are caught with it. That, however, is a...
What are some possible defenses against drug charges?
There are a variety of methods for defending against drug charges. Drug charges carry serious weight and can result in serious penalties and consequences for accused individuals who should be aware of the ways they can defend themselves from the drug charges they are...
Can you suppress damaging evidence in your drug case?
You’ve worked hard to build the life you have. You’ve earned your education and put in the time and effort necessary to rise through the ranks of your employer. As a result you’ve been able to give your family the life they deserve. But now all of that is being...
What are the penalties for drug possession in Texas?
Drug penalties in Texas can vary widely and can have a significant impact on the freedom and future of the accused individual. For that reason, individuals facing drug charges in Texas should be familiar with what penalties are based on and how they can fight against...
Can cough syrup land you in prison?
Not all drugs are considered equal in the eyes of the law, both in Texas and at the federal level. The federal government classifies drugs into five “schedules” depending on their acceptable use, risk for abuse and risk of dependency. The following is an overview of...
Marijuana legalization efforts face stiff opposition
Facing a $4.6 billion deficit because of the pandemic, Texas lawmakers proposed measures to legalize and tax recreational marijuana use. But passage of these measures appears slim and recreational users will likely still face the risk of criminal drug charges....
Options for defending against drug charges
It is generally no secret that drug charges are serious criminal charges. For that reason, accused individuals should be familiar with the different criminal defense options available if facing drug charges. Defenses to drug charges There are a variety of different...