Prescription medications are made available after someone has a recommendation from their physician. They typically need to go to a pharmacy to pick up their medication, and they may have some degree of personal financial obligation to cover certain costs beyond what...
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What are the laws surrounding peyote possession in Texas?
Texas has strict laws concerning drug possession. One substance that is treated seriously under the law is peyote. Peyote is a controlled substance that is addressed under the Texas Controlled Substances Act (TCSA). It is considered to have a potential for abuse and...
Can you defend your drug charge by claiming the drugs belong to someone else?
Being charged with a drug crime can be devastating, as you may face severe penalties. However, you don't need to plead guilty to the charge – you can defend it with numerous strategies, including claiming the drugs belong to someone else. Here is what you should know...
What to do when your kid is facing a drug crime
Learning that your child is in trouble can be devastating, but the stress can intensify when it's a legal issue, especially a drug crime. While the Texas Juvenile Justice Department aims at helping and caring for the youth, your child may face significant penalties if...
How to handle your teen getting charged with drug distribution
Drug distribution is a serious crime and can have severe consequences for those involved. As a parent, it’s devastating to discover that your teenager has been arrested for drug distribution. However, it’s important to remain calm and take immediate action. After...
Why are drugs a factor in many criminal cases?
Drug addiction often leads individuals to engage in illegal activities in order to obtain or use drugs, which can result in criminal charges. This means that treating the addiction is a crucial step in stopping the behavior. For some who are in the criminal justice...
How drug courts solve the real problem
Many times, when people are arrested on drug charges, they are simply given a jail term and a fine. The idea is that these will both act as a punishment for the offense that has been committed and a deterrent against returning to that behavior in the future. However,...
Why drugs can be appealing to teens
Although some adults tend to forget, the teenage years of an individual can be quite challenging. There’s a lot of pressure on teens to fit in and become successful in terms of their career choices. Everyone makes mistakes, especially during their teen years. This is...
Drug charges: How is intent to distribute determined?
You may be charged with intent to distribute alongside your drug possession charges. This means you were planning to give or sell the drugs to others. If convicted, you will likely face more severe penalties than if you were charged with simple possession. But, how...
3 consequences that Texas drug charges can create
Drug charges range in severity from basic possession offenses to trafficking, manufacturing and distribution felonies. Whether the state accuses you of possessing a prescription drug that you should not have or of distributing medication to others, you likely know...