There are several controlled substances and illegal narcotics on the books in Texas. However, most folks aren’t aware that possessing or dispensing prescription drugs can be a crime too. It’s not uncommon for our office to serve as the defense attorney for individuals accused of possessing all sorts of controlled substances, which include cocaine, marijuana, heroin, ecstasy, meth, and others. So we know what it takes to defend an individual charged with a drug offense in Houston.
The Strauss Law Firm provides legal defense services for individuals accused of both misdemeanor and felony prescription drug offenses in Houston, Sugar Land, Galveston, and throughout the region.
If you need to consult with a skilled criminal defense lawyer regarding criminal charges related to doctor shopping, dispensing prescription drugs, or unlawfully possessing prescription drugs, call Attorney Brandon Strauss today. To schedule your free consultation and case review, call 713-586-9200.
Prescription Drug Offenses & Texas Law
A General Overview of Offenses
In Texas, there are numerous criminal offenses involving the use of, or more appropriately, the misuse of prescription drugs. In the bulleted list below, we’ve added a number of criminal offenses related to prescription drugs, which involve both the user and the dispenser.
Prescription Drug Offenses
- Dispensing prescription drugs to a person without a prescription.
- Dispensing prescription drugs to a person with an invalid prescription.
- Dispensing prescription drugs to a person when it’s not required.
- Dispensing prescription drugs to a person without a prescription when a prescription is required.
- Issuing a prescription to a person with fraudulent documents.
- Issuing a fraudulent prescription.
- Obtaining a prescription with forged documents.
- Possessing prescription drugs that were obtained through fraud, forgery, or another form of deception.
- Using or possessing prescription drugs that are prescribed to another person.
- Doctor shopping.
- Altering the label on prescription drug packaging.
- Deceiving a prescription issuer or fraudulently obtaining a prescription by using any form of communication, including oral.
As you may gather from the list above, the state of Texas is serious about cracking down on prescription drug abuse, misuse, and unlawful proliferation. If you or a loved one are facing criminal charges related to any offense involving a prescription drug, Attorney Brandon Strauss is ready to defend you.
To contact Attorney Brandon Strauss, call the Strauss Law Firm today by calling 713-586-9200. We accept calls 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and we provide free consultations and case reviews in 100% confidence.
Criminal Penalties for Prescription Drug Offenses
In most instances, prescription drug offenses are Class A Misdemeanor crimes. A Class A Misdemeanor conviction could mean a fine of up $4000.00 and a maximum county jail sentence of 1 year.
However, depending on the scheduling of the substance (see Texas Drug Penalty Groups), the intent of the offender and the quantity of the controlled substance, the criminal classification of the offense could range in severity from a State Jail Felony on up to a Felony 1. A conviction for a Felony 1 drug offense could mean an effective life sentence for individuals charged in connection with large quantities of the drug, or that were engaged in the manufacture and delivery of the substance.
Individuals arrested in the Houston area for a criminal offense involving prescription drugs, whether they’re the issuer or user, will need legal representation. With over 5000 case dismissals, the Strauss Law Firm and attorney Brandon Strauss are here to help.
Accused of a Prescription Drug Offense in Houston?
Contact Attorney Brandon Strauss today!
Since 2008 Attorney Brandon Michael Strauss has served as the primary defense lawyer for thousands of Houstonians resulting in well over 5000 misdemeanor and felony case dismissals. Our office takes pride in our ability to provide effective legal representation to individuals from all walks of life who need help fighting both misdemeanor and felony criminal charges.
If you’re in a bad situation with the criminal justice system in Harris, Galveston, Fort Bend, Chambers, or Brazoria County, feel welcomed to contact the Strauss Law Firm to secure the help you’ll need. The phone number to our law office is 713-586-9200.
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