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A drug charge in Texas can change your life in an instant. The consequences are severe, ranging from hefty fines and probation to significant jail time and a permanent criminal record. If you’re accused of a drug crime in Austin, Travis County, or a surrounding community like Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Leander, or Lakeway, you need an experienced and aggressive legal team fighting for your rights. At The Hull Firm, we understand the fear and uncertainty you’re facing, and we’re here to provide the strategic defense you need.
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Understanding Drug Charges in Texas and the Austin Area
Navigating Complex State Laws
Texas has some of the toughest drug laws in the nation, and courts in Travis County, Williamson County, and other Central Texas jurisdictions enforce them rigorously. The type and severity of the charges depend on several crucial factors:
- Type of Substance: Drugs are categorized into “Penalty Groups” (PG1, PG1-A, PG2, PG3, PG4), with PG1 drugs (like cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and opioids) carrying the most severe penalties.
- Amount of Substance: Even small quantities can lead to serious charges, but larger amounts often escalate a case to felony possession or trafficking.
- Intent: Were you allegedly possessing the drug for personal use, or was there intent to deliver, manufacture, or distribute? Intent to distribute charges carry much harsher penalties.
- Location: Offenses committed in drug-free zones (e.g., near schools or playgrounds) can lead to enhanced penalties, a common concern in densely populated areas like Austin.
- Prior Record: Previous drug convictions or criminal history will significantly impact the outcome of your current case.
Common Drug Charges We Defend
At The Hull Firm, we provide robust defense for a wide range of drug-related accusations throughout the Austin metropolitan area:
- Possession of Marijuana (POM): While local policies in Austin may vary, POM is still illegal statewide and can lead to serious legal repercussions.
- Possession of a Controlled Substance (POCS): This encompasses a broad spectrum of illegal drugs, including narcotics, stimulants, hallucinogens, and illegally possessed prescription medications.
- Manufacture or Delivery of a Controlled Substance: These are severe felony charges, often resulting in lengthy prison sentences.
- Drug Trafficking: Often involving large quantities and crossing state or international borders, these can be federal or state charges with significant mandatory minimum sentences.
- Drug Paraphernalia: Possession of items used to consume, prepare, or conceal drugs.
- Prescription Drug Fraud: Illegally obtaining or attempting to obtain prescription medications.
Confused about the drug charges against you in Austin or the surrounding areas? Let us explain your options. Call The Hull Firm now at 512-599-9999 for a detailed discussion.
Your Defense Starts Here: How The Hull Firm Fights for You in Austin
Building a Strategic Defense Against Drug Allegations
At The Hull Firm, we believe every client deserves a vigorous defense. We meticulously investigate every detail of your case to identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s evidence and build the strongest possible defense strategy. Our approach for clients in Austin, Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, and beyond includes:
Challenging the Stop & Search: We scrutinize whether law enforcement had probable cause to stop your vehicle or search your person or property. Unlawful searches and seizures (a violation of your Fourth Amendment rights) can lead to critical evidence being suppressed, potentially leading to a dismissal of charges.
Disputing Possession: Can the prosecution truly prove you had actual care, custody, or control of the alleged drugs? We’ll examine constructive possession arguments.
Questioning Lab Results: Are the forensic lab tests accurate and reliable? We can challenge the chain of custody and the scientific validity of the evidence.
Analyzing Witness Testimony: Are there inconsistencies or credibility issues with police officers or other witnesses? We dig deep into the details.
Exploring Entrapment: Were you improperly induced by law enforcement to commit a crime you otherwise wouldn’t have?
Negotiating with Prosecutors: We leverage our established relationships and reputation in Travis County, Williamson County, and other Central Texas courts to seek reduced charges, alternative sentencing, or diversion programs when appropriate. This includes exploring options like drug court programs when applicable.
Aggressive Trial Representation: If a favorable plea agreement isn’t possible, we are prepared to take your case to trial and fight tirelessly for an acquittal in front of a judge and jury.
Our goal is always to achieve the best possible outcome for your specific situation, whether that’s a dismissal, reduced charges, probation, enrollment in a diversion program, or a not-guilty verdict.
Ready to discuss your defense strategy for your Austin-area drug charge? Schedule your free consultation with an experienced drug charge lawyer at The Hull Firm. Call 512-599-9999 or request an appointment online.
How We Fight Drug Possession Charges
Proven Legal Tactics That Disarm the Prosecution’s Case
To convict you of drug possession, the state must prove that the drugs belonged to you and that law enforcement followed legal procedures to obtain them. We conduct a detailed investigation into how the arrest occurred, whether your rights were violated, and if there are grounds to suppress key evidence.
Defense strategies we often use include:
- Challenging Illegal Search and Seizure by Police
- Disputing Ownership or Knowledge of the Substance
- Suppressing Evidence Due to Procedural Errors
- Questioning Lab Results and Chain of Custody
- Demonstrating Entrapment or Rights Violations
Our job is to uncover weaknesses in the case against you—and to use them to your advantage.
What Drugs Are Illegal in Texas?
Understanding Penalty Groups and Legal Classifications
Texas groups controlled substances into penalty categories, and each comes with specific sentencing guidelines. The severity of your charge depends on the type of drug, the amount, and any prior criminal history. We help you understand the charges and how to minimize the consequences.
Here’s a simplified breakdown:
- Penalty Group 1: Cocaine, Heroin, Meth – Felony charges with serious prison time
- Penalty Group 2: MDMA, Mushrooms, PCP – Felony-level offenses
- Penalty Group 3: Xanax, Ritalin – May be charged as misdemeanor or felony depending on amount
- Penalty Group 4: Certain prescription cough syrups – Lesser penalties, but still criminal
Knowing your drug’s classification is key to building an effective defense.
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