Marijuana & THC Defense
Arrested for Possessing Marijuana or THC?
Speak to Our Knowledgeable Drug Possession Attorney
Marijuana is still illegal in Texas
and vigorously prosecuted in the Brazos Valley!
Some states simply issue a citation, like a speeding ticket, or you may possess marijuana if you have a medical marijuana card, while in other states it may be completely legal - that will not matter in many counties in Texas. You will be arrested, prosecuted, go to jail, and even have your DL suspended for 6 months!
If you are searching for an attorney to assist you with a drug possession charge, rely on the team at Flanigan Law Firm. Our knowledgeable drug possession attorney is proud to serve clients throughout Bryan, College Station, TX, and the surrounding areas.
Contact us today to request a free consultation on your drug possession case.
Do not go to jail for your friend's marijuana!
In Texas, the prosecutor only has to prove that you were in "care, custody, management, or control" of any usable amount of marijuana. That means you could be arrested for your friend's marijuana who is riding in your car. Unless it is clearly in your friend's possession and not yours, the police officer could arrest both you and your friend.
If you have been charged with possession of marijuana that is not yours, call our drug possession attorneys for assistance.
Don't risk jail and losing your driver's license!
For the least amount of usable marijuana, you could be sentenced up to 6 months in jail and a fine up to $2,000. But, that is not all - if you have a conviction, DPS will suspend your DL for 6 months - and that is not something even the Judge can prevent. For amounts over 2 ounces but less than 4 ounces, the punishment doubles. Any amount over 4 ounces is a felony for which you could go to prison. Marijuana oil - or THC - possession is a felony in any amount - even the smallest amount. Don't risk going to a Texas prison - make sure you have a skilled drug possession attorney behind you to secure your rights.
Misdemeanor Level
Felony Level
> 2 ounces
(about 56.7g)
180 days County Jail
$2,000 fine
Class B Misdemeanor
4 oz. - 5 lbs.
180 day to 2 years in State Jail
$10,000 fine
State Jail Felony
50 - 2,000 lbs.
2 - 20 years
in Prison
$10,000 fine
2nd Degree Felony
2 - 4 ounces
(56.7-113.4g)
1 year County Jail
$4,000 fine
Class A Misdemeanor
5 - 50 lbs.
2 - 10 years
in Prison
$10,000 fine
3rd Degree Felony
over 2,000 lbs.
5 - 99 years or Life
in Prison
$50,000 fine
1st Degree Felony
THC Possession is a Felony at Any Amount
Possession of THC oil, edibles, or products containing more than 0.3% concentration of THC is a felony offense. Tetrahydrocannabinol and its isomers are Penalty Group 2 Controlled Substances. "Delta-9" is the psychoactive cannabinoid derived from marijuana that is the most potent.
Is Delta-8 Illegal in Texas?
For a few months in 2021, this was a gray area in the law and many stores were selling products containing "delta-8" THC, a less potent cannabinoid than delta-9, .At the same time, many law enforcement agencies and prosecutor offices around Texas believed delta-8 was included as a controlled substance. Then, on October 15, 2021, the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) announced that delta-8 is illegal: "All other forms of THC, including Delta-8 in any concentration and Delta-9 exceeding 0.3%, are considered Schedule I controlled substances."
Brazos County, at least, continues to arrest those possessing these products, believed to be sold legally in stores and packaged as "delta-8" THC. Many times, though, illegal concentrations of delta-9 have been found in these delta-8 products after lab testing. Since it is unknown the exact concentrations of these delta-8 products and they are at this time unregulated, it is likely someone could be in possession of the more potent (and more clearly illegal) delta-9 and not know it. If you are arrested with charges of possession of THC in the Bryan and College Station, TX, contact a drug possession attorney experienced in defending these types of cases.
THC Possession Penalties
> 1 gram
180 days - 2 years State Jail Facility
$10,000 fine
State Jail Felony
4 - 400
grams
2-20 years
Prison
$10,000 fine
Second Degree Felony
1 - 4 grams
2-10 years
Prison
$10,000 fine
Third Degree Felony
400 grams or more
5 - 99 years or Life
Prison
$50,000 fine
1st Degree Felony
Know Your Rights
The U.S. and Texas Constitutions protect you against searches that are unreasonable or without a warrant. Sometimes, if a police officer does not have either, they will ask for your consent to search your house, car, or belongings. You do not have to agree and consent.
Many times, an officer will claim to have "probable cause" because they smell the odor of marijuana in your vehicle or see a bong, blunt, grinder, or any other drug paraphernalia in "plain view" inside your vehicle. Believe it or not, if they do smell it or see it, they do not need a warrant or your consent - they have "probable cause" to search your whole vehicle and that search could later be upheld in a court if the judge believes they are telling the truth. Without that probable cause, though, you may refuse to allow a search.
The U.S. and Texas Constitutions also protect your right to not answer any questions about marijuana or contraband the officer may accuse you of possessing. But, the officer is not required to inform you of that right until after you are arrested, even though you have that right before you are arrested also. Remember to not say anything about your case until you consult with a drug possession attorney. If you tell the officer politely, but firmly, that you are going to talk to an attorney first, that officer must quit asking you questions designed to get a confession.
Your first step should be to contact a drug possession attorney as soon as possible to fight your case. Shannon Flanigan has dealt with marijuana & drug possession cases for over 20 years. He represents good people charged with this offense all over the Brazos Valley, including Bryan, TX and College Station, TX. Our drug possession attorney's goal is always to get the case dismissed, keep it off your record, and keep your driver's license from being suspended.
We do that by first obtaining from the prosecutor all the offense reports and video from your arrest. We will then analyze it, looking for officer mistakes that violated your Constitutional rights and for evidence that could exonerate you. That information will be used in your defense before the Court to get you a dismissal or the best deal possible. Remember, no lawyer may guarantee a dismissal of your case, but we will do our best to try. If the prosecutor doesn't dismiss the case, our drug possession attorneys have the experience that is necessary to take it to the next level - a jury trial. Contact our firm today to consult with a knowledgeable and experienced drug possession attorney serving the Bryan and College Station, TX community.