Marijuana Crimes Attorney in Laredo
Despite this liberalization of marijuana laws throughout the U.S., Texas has not decriminalized marijuana. If you are arrested for marijuana possession in Laredo or throughout Texas, you can face serious penalties.
Under Texas law, possession of any quantity of marijuana is a criminal offense within the state.
Penalties for possession of Marijuana under HSC 481.122
The following penalties apply to crimes involving the possession of marijuana under Health and Safety Code, Section 481.122:
- Class B Misdemeanor: 2 ounces or less
- Class A Misdemeanor: 4 ounces or less but more than 2 ounces
- State Jail Felony: 5 pounds or less but more than 4 ounces
- Third-Degree Felony: 50 pounds or less but more than 5 pounds
- Second-Degree Felony: 2,000 pounds or less but more than 50 pounds
- 5-99 years or life and a fine not to exceed $50,000: more than 2,000 pounds
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