Drug Possession Lawyer
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Many Austin residents facing drug charges choose to utilize a public defender because their services are free. Instead of resorting to this option and putting your future in the hands of an attorney you have not chosen for yourself, you can speak to Jason Trumpler, a criminal defense attorney with a long history of achieving dismissals and reductions.
Our defense attorney offers free consultations, and our Austin firm is available 24/7 to assist with bail and release. Call us today or contact us online.
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Dee Eubanks
Austin TX
2023
Jason & Team are amazing!!!! They helped my little brother on two felony cases one of which was completely dismissed the other was reduced to a misdemeanor! I am forever thankful to The Law Offices of Jason Trumpler!
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Austin TX
2023
My experience with Jason was very professional and he meant business.. handle what he needed to handle and got my felony charges dismissed
View on GoogleUnderstanding Texas Drug Possession Laws
Controlled substances are drugs or chemicals whose possession, use, or manufacture is regulated by the government. Depending on how much of the drug is discovered in your possession, your sentence from a drug charge can range anywhere from six months to a lifetime.
Texas' regulations are among the most stringent in the country: a conviction for less than a gram of cocaine can land you in jail, saddle you with substantial fines, and leave a permanent felony on your record.
Even without jail time, a conviction can have a severe impact on your daily life. Monetary penalties can strain your budget and relationships with your family. Felony charges can undermine your educational and career goals, as well as valuable civil rights and privileges.
Call Jason Trumpler Now
Mr. Trumpler spent years working as a narcotics prosecutor and knows how to navigate both drug crime law and enforcement tactics. An expert on search and seizure law, he moves aggressively to protect his clients' constitutional rights. Mr. Trumpler and the team at his offices in Austin or Round Rock, TX, will do everything possible to defend your innocence and eliminate or reduce the consequences of drug possession charges.
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Benji A
Austin TX
2022
Case Dissmissed! Jason is straight forward and honest. I am beyond grateful. Jason and his team (Tony Sun in particular) exceeded expectations. Put your future in hands you can trust, go with Jason Trumpler.
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Austin TX
2022
Truly one of the best lawyers in Austin!!!
View on GoogleDrug Possession Penalty Groups
Because every substance has different effects, the state of Texas divides drugs, medications, and chemicals into five Penalty Groups:
Group 1
This category includes substances such as cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and marijuana. Possession of these substances usually leads to felony charges, though the sentence can range anywhere from six months to life in prison.
Groups 1a and 1b
Group 1a includes LSD and other related substances. Group 1b encompasses opiates, like fentanyl, and their derivatives. Like Group 1a, possession of these drugs is considered a felony.
Group 2
This category includes most psychedelic drugs, such as mescaline, ecstasy, and synthetic cannabinoids. Possession leads to felony drug charges.
Group 3
This category covers an extensive list of prescription drugs, including Valium, Xanax, and anabolic steroids. Possession of drugs falling into this category can be a Class A misdemeanor or a felony and can result in up to a year of county jail.
Group 4
This category includes a wide range of drugs, from certain anti-diarrheal medications to morphine. Possession of these drugs can lead to a class B misdemeanor charge and 180 days in jail.
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Depending on the number of people involved and other specifics of the case, our attorney may be able to substitute jail time for treatment or counseling.
One possible pathway is the use of deferred adjudication. Deferred adjudication is a special form of probation that allows a defendant to accept accountability for their drug possession by serving probation instead of receiving a conviction and subsequent fines and jail time.
