Penalties for Drug Crimes

Relentless Defense Against Drug Crimes Allegations in Frisco, Carrollton, Collin, Denton & Surrounding Counties

Drug offenses can result in a variety of penalties and sanctions.

When it comes to drug accusations, the severity of the fines and punishments typically depends on a number of different circumstances. These criteria include the type of restricted substance that was involved in the crime as well as the amount of the drug that was involved. Other possible contributors are as follows:

• The reason for possessing the substance, such as for one’s own consumption to satisfy an addiction or with the aim to sell it to another individual.
• Whether or not additional individuals were involved in the commission of the felony through the use of a conspiracy.
• If a firearm was used in the commission of the crime, or whether the offender owned one.
• The geographic location where the incident took place, as well as whether or not the area in question was designated as a “Drug Free Zone.”
• Whether or if the accused has a previous criminal record, particularly one involving drug offenses.
• Whether or not someone was hurt or murdered as a result of the criminal act.

On the basis of these considerations, a person may be prosecuted with a drug offence of either a misdemeanor or a felony.

WHAT IS THE PENALTY FOR POSSESSION OF PENALTY GROUP 1?

• Less than one gram is a State Jail Felony. This is the most prevalent type of drug-related felony violation that individuals in Collin, Denton and Surrounding counties commit. The majority of these cases are resolved with some form of probation, and if you don’t have any past possession offenses that sent you to state jail, the state will probably grant you probation.
• At least one gram but less than four grams is a Second-Degree Felony (2-20 years in TDC).
• At least four grams but less than 200 grams is a First-Degree Felony (5-99 years in TDC).
• At least 200 grams but less than 400 grams is a First-Degree Felony but the sentence is 10-99 years.
• 400 grams or more, still a First-Degree Felony, but 15-99 years.

WHAT IS THE PENALTY FOR POSSESSION OF PENALTY GROUP 2?

• Less than one gram is a State Jail Felony, 180 days to 2 years in State Jail.
• At least one gram but less than four grams is a Third-Degree Felony, 2-10 years in TDC.
• At least four grams but less than 400 grams is a Second-Degree Felony, 2-20 years in TDC.
• 400 or more grams is a First Degree Felony, 5-99 years in TDC.

WHAT’S THE PENALTY FOR POSSESSION OF PENALTY GROUP 1A/LSD?

• Fewer than 20 doses is a State Jail Felony. The sentence for a state jail is 180 days to 2 years in State Jail (no parole/day for day).
• 20 but fewer than 80 doses is a Second-Degree Felony, 2-20 years in TDC
• 80 but fewer than 4,000 doses is a First-Degree Felony, 5-99 years in TDC.
• 4,000 or more doses is a First-Degree Felony, 15-99 years in TDC.

CONSULT AN Experienced Drug TRAFFICKING Defense Lawyer in Frisco, Texas

If you or someone you care about has been charged with a drug crime in Frisco, Texas, Carrollton, TX or anywhere within Collin, Dallas, Denton and surrounding counties, such as Drug Trafficking, you need a Frisco Drug Defense Attorney who is skilled and competent to fight for your constitutional rights and defend your innocence.

You can count on the Frisco Drug Crimes Criminal Defense Lawyers at Ridgely Davis Law to protect your rights and to provide you with the assistance you need to defend your case. Get in touch with the Ridgely Davis Law right now at (469) 935-4600 to schedule a no-cost consultation appointment.