Texas has numerous strict statutes that criminalize socially unacceptable and dangerous behavior. Controlled substance laws aim to protect the public from the impact of drugs that can prove addictive or that are dangerous for people to use without medical supervision....
How can the Jessica Sosa Act protect you from drug charges?
Too many people in Texas don’t know about something called the Jessica Sosa Act. Knowing about it can save lives – and save people from facing drug charges. The law, which was enacted just two years ago, is one of several “Good Samaritan” laws across the country that...
Do drug convictions still threaten college financial aid?
Even though it can be a tremendous amount of fun, college also can be extraordinarily stressful. After all, not only must you keep up with your coursework, but you also may be away from home for the first time in your life. While there are healthier ways to cope with...
Will drug charges jeopardize a college student’s enrollment?
As a high school senior in El Paso, getting into college is probably one of the biggest things on your mind right now. Getting accepted into one of Texas' many colleges and universities is very competitive. Besides highlighting every positive thing about your...
A summary of Texas drug charges
Any time a Texas resident is charged with a drug-related crime, the state laws will determine their punishment. If you've been charged with drug crimes in Texas, there are various factors that can influence whether or not you go to jail and how much you pay in fines....
Caught with drugs? Your attorney can help
When you first started taking drugs, it was because you’d become reliant on prescription pain medications. Over time, you found that they weren’t enough, so you turned to harder drugs. You were misled to believe that you’d be able to get off those drugs, so you turned...
The opioid crisis: A complex situation affecting Texas
The opioid crisis is one that is complex. Many people are addicted to opioids, yes, but at the same time, they often started off as patients dealing with painful medical conditions. Medical providers and pharmaceutical companies told them that the drugs they were...
Is your loved one showing signs of drug addiction?
Worrying about loved ones typically comes with the territory of having family and friends. Of course, you may have more than the typical concerns for one of your loved ones. A sudden change in behavior may have you worried that your loved one has become addicted to...
Texas man arrested with over 100 grams of Fentanyl
A man was arrested on Monday, June 5, after he picked up a package from one Texas post office. The package contained 102 grams of Fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid drug that is 50 to 100 times stronger than morphine. Fentanyl is often combined with other drugs,...
Members of criminal organization indicted on drug charges
Drugs are viewed as a major issue in Texas and throughout the nation. Law enforcement personnel are constantly seeking out those who are believed to be involved in drug trafficking or manufacturing. One investigation yielded indictments of 37 alleged members of the...