Drug Lawyer in Houston | Attorney 
The War on Drugs is very much alive and drug related offenses, such as Possession of a Controlled Substance, Delivery of a Controlled Substance or Manufacture of a Controlled Substance carry serious penalties.
However, many narcotics arrests and investigations include improper searches, violations of constitutional rights, racial profiling, untruthful “confidential” informants, improper lab testing, and poor police investigations which are all reasons why narcotics cases of any amount can be dismissed.
The Law Offices of Billy Skinner fight the government on every aspect of each drug case we defend. From the initial traffic stop or the issuance of a search warrant, we hold the government accountable for their actions and insure your Constitutional Rights are protected. If the government makes a mistake in the process, we fight to suppress the evidence and have your case dismissed.
We represent people charged with all types of drug offenses including:
- Drug distribution
- Drug cultivation
- Drug manufacture
- Drug manufacture and delivery
- Drug possession
- Drug possession with intent to deliver
- Drug trafficking
- Federal drug crimes
We have experience in the following types of drug cases:
- Marijuana charges
- Marijuana possession
- Marijuana cultivation
- Medical marijuana
- Heroin
- Cocaine
- Ecstasy
- Pain Killers
- Methamphetamine
- LSD
- Mushrooms (Psilocybin)
- Illegal prescription drugs
Call today for a free consultation (713) 600-7777.
Drug Charges in Houston | Defense Attorney
If you have been charged with drug possession, you may be facing severe penalties and need the expert guidance of a Houston drug charge attorney who knows the ins and outs of Texas drug possession laws. Whether you need an experienced cocaine defense attorney or if you have been charged with marijuana possession in Houston, we can help.
Take a look at some of the penalties for drug charges in Houston, Texas below:
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Common State Drug/Narcotics Offense Punishment Ranges:
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| Class C | Possession of Drug Paraphernalia | 0-$500 fine |
| Class B | Possession of Marijuana (0-2 oz) | 0 – 180 days in jail |
| Class A | Possession of Marijuana (2-4 oz) | 0 -1 year in jail |
| 4th Degree | Possession of Marijuana (4 oz – 5 lbs) Possession of Penalty Group 1 Less than 1 gram (such as Cocaine, Heroin, etc.) |
6-24 months in state jail |
| 3rd Degree | Possession of Marijuana (5 lbs – 50 lbs) Possession of Penalty Group 1 1-4 grams (such as Cocaine, Heroin, etc.) |
2-10 years in prison |
| 2nd Degree | Possession of Marijuana (50 lbs – 2000 lbs) Possession of Penalty Group 1 4-200 grams (such as Cocaine, Heroin, etc.) |
2-20 years in prison |
| 1st Degree | Possession of Penalty Group 1 (200-400 grams) (such as Cocaine, Heroin, etc.) |
5 years – life in prison |
| 1st Degree(enhanced) | Possession of Penalty Group 1 (over 400 grams) (such as Cocaine, Heroin, etc.) |
10 years – life in prison |
Searches and Seizures in Drug Cases – Houston, Texas
FOURTH AMENDMENT
The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution protects individuals against unreasonable search and seizures by the government. In the majority of drug cases, the legality of how law enforcement officials obtain the evidence the Government plans to use in support of their case is the most important issue in the case. If law enforcement officials violate the Fourth Amendment, the evidence is inadmissible and the Government will often dismiss the case.
Houston Criminal Defense Attorney Billy Skinner has the knowledge and experience to protect your Fourth Amendment Rights and Fight your Drug Case. If you have been charged with a Drug Crime or believe you are under investigation contact our office for a FREE consultation.
Call today for a free consultation (713) 600-7777.
If you have been accused of a drug related crime in Texas, Houston Drug Charge Lawyer Billy Skinner will fight to protect your rights and your freedom. Using an aggressive and methodical approach to each and every case, the Law Offices of Billy Skinner use a network of attorneys, investigators, and experts to provide our clients with cutting edge criminal defense.
As your Drug Charges Defense Attorney, I will FIGHT your case! I will investigate the facts of your case and seek out mistakes on the part of the police, complaining witnesses, and prosecutors. I will preserve your innocence and protect your Constitutional rights.
If you or someone you care about is facing drug charges in Houston, Ft. Bend, or Conroe, contact us today.
Call today for a free consultation (713) 600-7777.
