Have you, a friend or a loved one been arrested and charged with a misdemeanor or felony drug charge?
Under Texas law, drug crimes are defined as an offense that involves the possession, sale, use, manufacturing or growing of any controlled substance/illegal narcotic. Examples of the various types of drug crimes in Texas include:
- Possession of Marijuana
- Felony Possession of Marijuana
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
- Possession of a Dangerous Drug (methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin and other drugs)
- Possession of a Controlled Substance (prescription drugs and other drugs)
- Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance (methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin and other drugs)
- Possession with Intent to Deliver (involves the distribution of drugs)
- Possession with Intent to Sell
- Drug Trafficking
- Drug Smuggling
- Drug Sales
- Drug Manufacturing or Cultivation (including the growing/cultivation of marijuana)
- Prescription Fraud
The range of punishment for a drug crime depends upon the amount/weight of the drugs and the specific circumstances of your case. You could be facing anywhere from a few days in the Tarrant County jail to life in prison if you are convicted and sentenced for your drug charge. Additionally, a conviction for a drug crime in Texas usually carries with it a driver's license suspension and a requirement to complete mandatory drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
Whether you have been charged with felony or misdemeanor drug charges, the Hampton Law Firm will carefully investigate and analyze your drug charge and will fight to protect your freedom and your legal rights.
Contact the Hampton Law Firm now for a free consultation.