Arrested For Heroin Possession In Houston? You Need Strong Criminal Defense.
Houston area law enforcement agencies are on the lookout for drug offenses involving heroin as opiates are becoming increasingly popular among experimenting teens, former medical patients and habitual drug offenders.
If you’re arrested for the possession of heroin, Texas law mandates a state jail felony classification at minimum, which can destroy your career, cost you your freedom, and result in a multiyear prison sentence.
We are a proven Houston drug lawyers with experience defending people entangled with heroin and opioid cases. We are available to schedule a meeting with you to hear your account of the incident. We will be honest with you about your chances to avoid a conviction, and, as your legal counsel, we will conduct an investigation into whether or not your rights were violated, which could spur a case dismissal. To contact us, call our office at 713-364-0209.
Heroin Possession And Texas Law
Heroin, or diamorphine, to be formal, is classified as a dangerous drug per the Texas Health and Safety Code. Due to this classification, any drug offense involving any amount of heroin will be classified as a felony offense. Even trace amounts of the drug can result in a state jail felony, which is punishable by a state jail sentence that ranges from six months to two years.
For persons convicted for being in possession of more than one gram of heroin, but less and four, they’ll be charged with a third-degree felony, which allows a maximum sentence of 10 years.
For defendants charged in connection with over 4 grams of the drug but less than 200, second-degree felony charges will apply, which carry a maximum sentence of 20 years. Defendants arrested for the possession of 200 grams of heroin or more could face an effective life sentence with fines that can approach 100k.
The table below offers a visual depiction of the way the state of Texas classifies heroin possession cases, with consideration given to the quantity of the drug involved in the offender’s cases.
| Quantity | Criminal Classification | Penalty | Max. Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1g | State Jail Felony | 180D to 2YR State Jail | $10,000.00 |
| 1 to 4g | 3rd Degree Felony | Two to 10 year TDCJ | $10,000.00 |
| 4 to 200g | 2nd Degree Felony | Two to 20 year TDCJ | $10,000.00 |
| 200 to 400g | 1st Degree Felony | Five to 99 year TDCJ | $50,000.00 |
| 400g & Over | 1st Degree Felony | 10 to 99 year TDCJ | $100,000.00 |
Heroin-related Houston drug cases must be taken seriously, as the Harris County District Attorney’s Office will fight to secure a conviction. We will fight for you. As capable criminal defense lawyers, we know exactly what to look for when fighting for case dismissals and acquittals for our clients.
Arrested For Heroin Possession In Houston? Put Us In Your Corner.
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Instead of operating in the fashion of a plea-bargain law firm, we take the time to investigate the accounts of defendants against the claims of the arresting or investigating officers and against the evidence or lack thereof. If we can find a way out for you, you’ll be the first to know.
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If you’re looking for serious attorneys for a serious drug possession case, call us at 713-364-0209 or send us a message via contact form.