Possession of a controlled substance is a broad criminal charge that can be applied to any person arrested and found to be in possession of an illegal drug, non-prescription drug, narcotic, chemicals used to manufacture narcotics, and marijuana.
When an individual is arrested for possession of a controlled substance and booked into the county jail, the charge may appear on their arrest or jail record as “POS C/S” followed by PG1, PG2, PG3, PG4 or marijuana. PG denotes the “penalty group” followed by the number of said penalty group(s).
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If you’re looking for a defense attorney to help you or a loved one challenge the state’s claims, Attorney Brandon Strauss is ready to help you. Since 2008, the Strauss Law Firm has provided outstanding and effective legal defense services to individuals charged with all types of drug possession offenses. We also represent individuals charged at the federal level.
If you need to talk with Attorney Brandon Strauss about your situation, call the Strauss Law Firm today at 713-586-9200. Ask for Brandon.
Possession of a Controlled Substance
A General Overview of the Offense
Aside from cases involving small amounts of marijuana (under four ounces) and maybe a handful of other substances (if any), possession of a controlled substance is a felony offense in the state of Texas.
Punitive Consequences
Depending on the Penalty Group and quantity of the substance, a person convicted of possession of a controlled substance could face a prison sentence of anywhere from 6 months in a state jail facility to an effective life sentence of up to 99 years with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). That’s in addition to fines that could reach into the 100s of thousands of dollars.
Enhancements
If the person was charged with manufacture and delivery of a controlled substance, the stakes are raised as this is a type of enhanced possession charge. A previous criminal history may also result in enhanced charges. “Enhanced charges” mean the severity of the offense is escalated in criminal classification. For example, a habitual small-amount misdemeanor marijuana offender could be charged as a felon, and so on with other substances.
Charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance in Houston?
Call Attorney Brandon Strauss, the Experienced Drug Lawyer
If you were charged with possession of a controlled substance in Houston and you’re ready to talk about your case with a skilled criminal defense lawyer, call Attorney Brandon Strauss today.
Since 2008 Mr. Strauss has served as the attorney of record on over 5000 misdemeanor and felony drug cases and has the experience you’ll need in your corner to give you one of the best chances of keeping your freedom, getting the case dismissed, or securing a not-guilty verdict at trial.
The Strauss Law Firm prides itself on the first-class customer service and law counsel afforded to its clients. We provide affordable legal fees, flexible payment options for retainers, round the clock availability, excellent legal representation, and above all else, respect.
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