FAQs

A: In Texas, the recreational use of marijuana is still illegal. Both possession and distribution are crimes, the penalties for which depend on the amount of marijuana you are alleged to have had on you. Legal consequences for a conviction can include prison time and fines in the thousands of dollars. The legality of hemp-derived products containing THC is still being debated.

A: Yes. Anyone 17 years or older will automatically be tried as an adult in Texas, and younger minors who are charged with violent crimes (such as armed robbery or sex-based offenses) can also be charged as adults. As a result, it is critical to secure the help of an experienced, respected juvenile criminal lawyer to handle your child’s case.

A: Absolutely. Texas takes drug laws very seriously, and a conviction for possession of heroin can bring with it anywhere from 180 days to life in prison. If you’ve been arrested and charged with the possession of heroin, please reach out to my law office for an initial consultation today.

A: If your child is convicted of shoplifting in Texas, the penalties will depend on the value of the items taken, and whether any additional charges were added during your child’s arrest (such as resisting arrest or assaulting an officer). Penalties may include probation, community service, fines, time in a juvenile detention center, or even jail time if your child is charged as an adult.