Marijuana Possession Attorneys in Austin, TX
Fighting for Your Rights & Freedom
Texas does not take marijuana possession lightly, but it is a serious offense that our court systems take very seriously. There are very harsh penalties for marijuana possession in Texas, and for this reason, you need a criminal defense attorney who can protect your rights and your freedom.
You need criminal defense lawyers who will fight incessantly for your case, a legal team that will not stop to get you the best possible outcome for your unfortunate situation. Do not combat this alone or with an inexperienced and distant attorney. Instead, you need an Austin criminal defense attorney with the experience and compassion you deserve.
Remember, the lawyer you choose is integral to your future happiness and success, so make sure to choose wisely. Give us a call at (512) 772-2442 today.
The Cost of Marijuana Possession on Your Record
Charges for possession of marijuana can have a huge effect on your life. Everything you have worked so hard for, like getting student scholarships and loans, could be lost in an instant with a drug conviction.
A conviction for any controlled substance crime could cause you to lose your driver’s license for six months, and that is the least of your worries. Losing your ability to drive can really complicate things for you, especially if you have a job. A marijuana possession charge puts your livelihood at stake! And that doesn’t even include the mandatory jail time and fines that come as a result of a conviction–this more than anything will throw your life for a loop. As you can see, Texas courts take marijuana possession seriously.
Penalties for Marijuana Possession in Texas
The varying penalties for marijuana possession conviction differ with the amount found by police at the time of arrest. The smallest charge, a Class B misdemeanor, is punishable by a fairly short stint in county jail, while the most serious charge, an enhanced first-degree felony, is punishable by up to a lifetime in prison.
If you have received a marijuana possession charge, the penalty you will receive, however small or large it may be, truly depends on the criminal defense attorney you choose.
Possible penalties for marijuana possession in Austin include:
- For possession of 2 ounces or less: Class B misdemeanor, punishable by up to 180 days in county jail and/or a fine of up to $2,000
- For possession of 2-4 ounces: Class A misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in county jail and/or a fine of up to $4,000
- For possession between 4 ounces and 5 pounds: State jail felony, punishable by 180 days – two years in state jail and/or a fine of up to $10,000
- For possession of 5-50 pounds: Third-degree felony, punishable by two-10 years in state prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000
- For possession of 50-2,000 pounds: Second-degree felony, punishable by two-20 years in state prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000
- For possession of more than 2,000 pounds: Enhanced first-degree felony, punishable by five-99 years in prison and a fine of up to $50,000
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