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If you’re facing a drug trafficking or distribution charge in Texas, you’re up against some of the harshest penalties under state and federal law. Unlike simple possession, trafficking and distribution cases often involve high-level felony charges, mandatory minimum sentences, asset forfeiture, and the risk of federal prosecution.
At The Hull Firm, our experienced Austin drug trafficking lawyers know exactly how to fight these cases. We’ve helped countless clients get charges reduced, evidence thrown out, and cases dismissed. When you’re facing the possibility of years — or decades — behind bars, you need a drug distribution attorney who knows how to win.
What Counts as Drug Trafficking or Distribution in Texas?
Many people are shocked to learn you don’t need to be caught selling drugs on the street to face trafficking charges. Under Texas law, you can be charged with possession with intent to distribute if police find:
- A large quantity of drugs
- Small baggies or packaging materials
- Scales or measuring tools
- Cash, firearms, or text messages implying sales
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Texas Drug Trafficking Penalties
Texas classifies trafficking and distribution offenses based on the type and quantity of the controlled substance. Penalties can include:
- State Jail Felony: Less than 1 gram → 180 days to 2 years in state jail
- Second-Degree Felony: 4–200 grams → 2–20 years in prison
- First-Degree Felony: 200–400 grams → 5–99 years or life
- Enhanced Federal Charges: If your case involves crossing state lines, large quantities, or alleged connections to organized crime, you could face federal prosecution and mandatory minimum sentences.
A conviction also comes with huge fines — up to $250,000 — and the risk of losing your car, cash, or other property through asset forfeiture.
Common Drug Trafficking Charges We Handle
At The Hull Firm, our Austin drug attorneys handle the full spectrum of trafficking and distribution cases, including:
Possession with Intent to Distribute
Being caught with a large amount of drugs — or with evidence of packaging or scales — can lead to enhanced charges even if you weren’t caught in the act of selling.
Distribution or Delivery of Controlled Substances
Selling or delivering drugs — or offering to — is a serious felony. This can include undercover sting operations, informant setups, or digital evidence from text messages and social media.
Federal Drug Trafficking
Crossing state lines, using the mail, or moving significant quantities of controlled substances can bring federal charges. These cases often come with mandatory minimum sentences and tough prosecutors. You need a skilled federal drug trafficking lawyer who knows how to fight in federal court.
How Our Austin Drug Trafficking Attorneys Build Your Defense
When your freedom is on the line, you need a defense that goes deeper than just hoping for a plea deal. Our Austin drug trafficking lawyers challenge every piece of the state’s case. We look for:
- Illegal search and seizure: Did police violate your Fourth Amendment rights with an unlawful traffic stop or search warrant?
- Problems with informants or sting operations: We expose unreliable confidential informants and entrapment.
- Chain of custody errors: Any break in how evidence was handled can lead to suppression.
- Intent questions: We push back against assumptions that drugs were intended for distribution.
- Negotiating down: If a full dismissal isn’t possible, we fight to reduce your charges and protect your future.
First-Time Offender? There May Be Options.
Not all trafficking cases lead to decades in prison. If you’re a first-time offender, your defense strategy may include pretrial diversion, probation, or reduced charges. The key is having an experienced Austin drug distribution lawyerwho knows the right approach for your case.
Related Drug Charges & Practice Areas
Drug trafficking cases often overlap with other charges, like possession of a controlled substance, marijuana possession, or DWI with drugs in the vehicle. Our team coordinates your full defense.
👉 Visit our Drug Charges page for an overview of all drug crimes we handle.
👉 Learn more about Controlled Substances.
👉 Read our Marijuana Possession Defense.
👉 See our Austin DWI Defense if your arrest involved a vehicle stop.
Why Local Experience Matters in Drug Trafficking Cases
Every courthouse, judge, and prosecutor’s office in Travis County works differently. An out-of-town lawyer may not understand the local policies, plea deal standards, or how to negotiate aggressively with the DA’s office. Our team’s local insight and reputation give you an advantage.
Serving Austin and Surrounding Cities
While our main office is in Austin, we fight drug trafficking charges across Central Texas. We know how to handle complex felony drug cases in:
FAQs – Drug Trafficking Charges in Texas
Is drug trafficking always a felony in Texas? Yes — trafficking and distribution charges are almost always serious felonies.
Can I beat a drug trafficking charge? Yes — with the right defense, charges can be dismissed or reduced if there were police mistakes or weak evidence.
Will I go to jail for intent to distribute? It depends. Penalties vary based on the drug, amount, and whether you have prior offenses.
Get a Free Case Review with an Austin Drug Trafficking Lawyer
Your future is too important to gamble on a weak defense. If you’ve been charged with drug trafficking or distribution in Travis County, talk to an experienced Austin drug trafficking attorney who will fight for you like family.
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