In Texas, to possess any amount of cocaine is a felony offense that, if convicted, is punishable by a minimum of six months in state jail. In Houston, Harris County, Fort Bend County, and throughout the region, people are arrested for cocaine possession almost every day. Still, it doesn’t mean that all these individuals can be found guilty in the court of law. It only means they were accused.
In a large number of cocaine and crack possession cases, including those involving residue, paraphernalia & crack pipes, a good attorney can weed through the facts and stage an argument that results in the court ultimately deciding to dismiss the case.
That’s what we do at the Strauss Law Firm; we work to our client’s cases dismissed.
Convictions for cocaine possession can be avoided with the right situation and the right attorney. If you’re looking for an experienced cocaine possession defense lawyer in Houston, TX, consider reaching out to the Strauss Law Firm. We’re here to help. Our phone number is 713-586-9200.
Cocaine Possession & Texas Law
A General Overview
Cocaine is classified as a dangerous Schedule 2 drug at the federal level and falls under Texas Penalty Group 1 (PG1) at the state level. To possess any amount of cocaine, including trace amounts and crack pipe residue, is a felony offense in the state of Texas.
Criminal Penalties for Cocaine Possession in Texas
If you’re convicted of possessing, manufacturing*, or distributing* cocaine, depending on the amount, you could be facing anywhere from six months in a state jail facility to a life sentence with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). Below, we’ve embedded a table that illustrates Texas sentencing guidelines for individuals convicted for a drug offense involving cocaine.
| Quantity | Classification | Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1g |
State Jail Felony | 180D - 2Y State Jail |
| 1 to 4g |
Felony: 2nd Degree | 2-20 Years TDCJ |
| 4 to 200g |
Felony: 1st Degree |
5-99 Years TDCJ |
| 200 to 400g |
Enhanced Felony 1 |
10-99 Years TDCJ |
| Over 400g |
Enhanced Felony 1 | 15-99 Years TDCJ |
Understanding Criminal Enhancements
*For example, a case involving 1-to-4 grams of cocaine is classified as a Felony in the Third Degree which carries a potential prison sentence of 2-to-10 years. However, if the individual was trafficking 1-to-4 grams of cocaine, manufacturing, or selling it, their charge will be enhanced to a Felony in the Second Degree, which could mean a prison sentence of 2-to-20 years.
Arrested for Cocaine or Crack Possession in Houston?
Call Attorney Brandon Strauss. 5000+ Case Dismissals
In a large number of cases we’ve seen, we found a way to either get our client’s case dismissed or criminal charges reduced. At the Strauss Law Firm, we understand the seriousness of cocaine possession charges and the impact that a conviction can have on our client and their families.
It’s our job to find a way to get the relief our clients seek.
If you need to talk with a skilled Texas drug offense lawyer about fighting a cocaine possession or other felony drug charge in Houston or elsewhere in Texas, call our law office immediately and ask to speak with Attorney Brandon Strauss.
To get started, call the Strauss Law Firm today at 713-586-9200.
The Strauss Law Firm provides free consultations and no-cost case reviews. We also provide affordable, flexible payment options for clients of ours that may need assistance covering their attorney fees. We’ve got you covered.
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