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The Dark Side of Substance Abuse: How Drugs and Alcohol Can Trigger Violence

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At least 37 million Americans age 12 and older used illegal drugs in 2020, according to the National Center for… Continue reading The Dark Side of Substance Abuse: How Drugs and Alcohol Can Trigger Violence

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The Galveston Police Department recently arrested a man who sold cocaine laced with fentanyl, which led to the overdose deaths… Continue reading Recent Arrest for Galveston Drug Deaths

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Growing your own marijuana might seem like a great idea. You’ll have ready access to some pot, and if you… Continue reading Marijuana Cultivation Charges

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Anabolic steroids make bulking up much easier. Amateur and professional bodybuilders often use them to pack on muscle, as do… Continue reading Can You Go to Jail for Possessing Anabolic Steroids?

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If you are facing drug crimes charges of any kind, it is essential to seek advice from an experienced Texas… Continue reading Federal Drug Classifications and Criminal Charges

The statute of limitations refers to a law that limits the time the state has to charge an individual with… Continue reading How the Statute of Limitations Works in Texas Criminal Cases

To convict someone of drug possession, prosecutors must prove the defendant “knowingly” possessed the controlled substance in question. This can… Continue reading How Can Prosecutors Prove Someone “Knowingly” Possessed Illegal Drugs?

You probably already know that possession of certain drugs–or “controlled substances,” as they are technically known under Texas law–is illegal.… Continue reading Is My “Mere Presence” Near Illegal Drugs Enough to Prove Possession?

When it comes to drug possession charges, the elements that prosecutors must prove are the same in every case. The… Continue reading Actual vs. Constructive Possession in Texas Drug Crimes Cases

There are many different types of drug crimes in Texas, and the type of charges a person can face will… Continue reading 5 Things to Know About Drug Trafficking Charges in Texas