Drug Possession

Drug Possession Lawyer in Houston, Texas

Texas is not lenient about drug use, which is why the state works hard to catch drug users, sellers and traffickers. If you have been caught with drugs in your possession, you can face serious consequences, including prison time and extensive fines. If you were arrested for drug possession, please call a skilled Houston criminal attorney from the Law Offices of Ned Barnett as soon as possible.

The laws affecting the punishment of those convicted of drug possession base the penalties on the substance and its quantity. If you have any questions about the penalties you may face for the specific drug and quantity you were in possession of when you were arrested, please ask your Houston criminal lawyer. In some cases, large enough quantities of serious drugs can even turn into trafficking charges.

In most drug possession cases, the crime is a felony. The consequences for such crimes include lengthy prison terms, large fines and long-term probation. If you were caught in possession of marijuana though, you may only face misdemeanor sentences of up to one year in jail. Even if you are facing a misdemeanor though, your choice of Houston criminal lawyer could be one of the most important decisions you ever make.

No matter how serious your charges, it is critical that anyone accused of drug possession speak with a Houston criminal attorney as soon as possible. Call our offices today to discuss your case with an experienced legal representative.