Drug Crimes
Overview:
A drug crime is an offense that involves the possession, sale, manufacturing, or distribution of illegal drugs or controlled substances. This could include anything from minor possession to large-scale distribution operations. An individual caught manufacturing or distributing illegal drugs can be charged under both Texas and federal laws.
Drug Charges in Texas Include:
- Drug possession
- Possession with intent to deliver
- Drug manufacturing
- Drug trafficking
- Drug distribution
- And more
The penalties are based on specific circumstances in the situation. Such as The type of drug, how much was found and what was being done with it determine the amount of fines and/or jail time prosecution will seek.