Marijuana Defense Lawyer
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), marijuana is one of the most widely used drugs in the United States. Marijuana originates from the hemp plant — Cannabis sativa. The active ingredient THC can cause dizziness, shallow breathing, red eyes/dilated pupils, an increased appetite, and slowed reaction time, as well as a generalized feeling of a high.
So, what is marijuana?
Under Texas Health and Safety code§ 481.002(26), marijuana is defined as the cannabis plant (known by the species name Cannabis sativa L.), whether growing or not, the seeds of that plant, and every compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of that plant or its seeds. This term does not include:
The resin extracted from a part of the plant or a compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of the resin;
The mature stalks of the plant or fiber produced from the stalks;
Oil or cake made from the seeds of the plant;
A compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of the mature stalks, fiber, oil, or cake; or
The sterilized seeds of the plant that are incapable of beginning germination.
While some states have passed laws that decriminalize marijuana possession, Texas law maintains that marijuana is illegal. In other words, charges for possession of marjiuana in Fort Worth, Dallas, San Antonio, and other Texas cities carry serious legal penalties.
Best Criminal Defense Lawyer in Fort Worth
If you or a loved one are facing charges in a marijuana-related offense, you deserve to have knowledgeable legal representation capable of protecting your rights and achieving the most favorable outcome possible for your case. The marijuana defense lawyers at the Mohr Law firm are experienced and friendly. Call us at 817-345-3637 today!
Marjiuana Crimes in Texas
The most common marijuana crimes involve misdemeanor charges for simple possession. Both felony and misdemeanor cannabis-related offenses in Texas can result in substantial fines and possible imprisonment. Convictions can carry many other possible consequences as a “drug conviction,” including the inability to obtain employment, student loans, or housing.
Criminal Offenses
The Mohr Law Firm, PLLC is familiar with all sorts of alleged offenses involving marijuana. Some of the types of cases we handle most frequently include:
Misdemeanor Marijuana Possession;
Felony Marijuana Possession;
Possession of Hash / Concentrates / THC Wax;
Synthetic Marijuana;
Marijuana Distribution;
Growing / Cultivating Marijuana;
Marijuana Trafficking; and
Medical Marijuana Laws in Texas.
How does the Hemp Act affect marijuana charges?
DPS- cannot prosecute for marijuana \
Armstrong-
If you have marijuana and it doesn’t look like leafy bud, it’s a felony. Misdemeanor–
Including all alduterance- stepped on
Rice Krispy treats- you get charged for the whole
Aggravated Assault
“ “ Deadly Weapon
Strangulation, aggravated= firearm, baseball, vehicle
Three G- enhancement sentencing modifier
Parole changes – half time before parole eligible. Start the
Sentencing-habitual two separate felony offenses, 1st 5-99 2nd 2-3
State jail – minor drug
Repeater- one prior to offense. Second strike, hit
Increases every offense one rung
Habitual above state jail- minimum 25
2 state jail
3rd time