Texas has several laws related to the distribution, manufacturing, and possession of controlled and illegal substances. Should police accuse you of violating any of these laws, you will want the help of our Farmers Branch drug crimes lawyer to defend you vigorously.
Some aspects of drug crimes in Texas can be challenging for the accused party to understand. Once you choose to hire the team at the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg, you can be certain we will answer your questions and lay out your potential strategies for defending yourself against these charges. You can learn more during a free consultation with us today.
How Our Team Can Help Your Farmers Branch, TX, Drug Case
When you hire us to represent you against the drug crimes-related charges you are facing, you can be certain we will work diligently on your behalf. We cannot guarantee that we will win your case, but our past clients understand the time and effort we put into their cases. We will do the same for you.
We have a number of defense strategies we rely on from past drug-related cases that we can apply to your case. However, we do not follow the same strategy every time. We tailor our strategies to match the particular needs in your case.
- Questioning evidence: If our investigation shows that law enforcement illegally searched you for evidence of drugs, we may ask for a dismissal of the charges.
- Negotiating a plea bargain: We may negotiate with the prosecutor to seek reduced or dismissed charges for you in exchange for you pleading guilty to those reduced charges.
- Seeking deferred adjudication: According to the Texas Office of Court Administration, a judge can order probation (also called community supervision) when a defendant accepts responsibility for a crime. In this outcome, the guilty verdict will not show up on his or her record. We can request this outcome.
- Going to trial: Sometimes, the best strategy involves taking your case to trial, where we can present your side of the case. We also may be able to deal with the judge on a direct basis through an open plea strategy.
We Will Put Our Experience and Professionalism to Work for You
Our founder, Randall B. Isenberg, has more than 30 years of experience working on both sides of the Texas legal system. Before becoming a criminal defense attorney, he spent time as a prosecutor and a state district judge. This experience is invaluable when defending you against drug crimes in Farmers Branch.
We will spend a lot of time preparing for your case. Whether we are negotiating with prosecutors or standing at your side in a trial, our high level of preparation will pay off for you. We will be ready for any eventuality that comes up in your case.
What Kinds of Penalties Are Possible After a Texas Drug Conviction?
Depending on the types of drugs, the amount of drugs, and any drug-making paraphernalia that law enforcement claims belongs to you, you could be facing misdemeanor or felony charges.
A felony represents a more serious type of charge versus a misdemeanor. Texas Health and Safety Code Title 6 Chapter 481 lays out the potential penalties for both misdemeanor and felony drug crimes.
Felony Drug Charges
Felonies in Texas typically will fit into one of three degree classes, including:
- First degree: A first-degree felony can carry penalties of up to a $10,000 fine and a prison term of five to 99 years.
- Second degree: A second-degree felony has potential penalties of up to a $10,000 fine and up to 20 years in prison.
- Third degree: A third-degree felony may carry a fine of up to $10,000 and up to 10 years in prison.
As you can see, the potential penalties associated with a felony in Texas are harsh. Suffering a felony conviction could leave you unable to work in your preferred profession or may affect your ability to obtain a loan. We will do everything we can to help you avoid having a felony conviction in your drug case.
Misdemeanor Drug Charges
Misdemeanors also fit into one of three degree classes, but they carry lesser penalties than felonies. These misdemeanor classes include:
- Class A: A “Class A” misdemeanor can carry a fine of up to $4,000 and up to one year of jail time.
- Class B: A “Class B” misdemeanor may have penalties of a fine of up to $2,000 and up to six months of jail time.
- Class C: Those convicted of a “Class C” misdemeanor may face a fine of up to $500.
No one wants to plead guilty to a misdemeanor charge. However, if the alternative is receiving a conviction for a felony, we may suggest a defense strategy that involves accepting guilt for a misdemeanor in exchange for having prosecutors drop a felony charge.
Other Costs You Could Face in a Farmers Branch, TX, Drug Crimes Case
In addition to the fines associated with drug cases like this, the guilty party may need to pay court costs and other fees that relate to the case. We can try to negotiate a reduction in these fees. Should the court order you to undergo drug addiction treatment, you will need to pay the cost of the stay at a treatment facility.
Classes of Illegal Drugs
When facing a drug charge in Farmers Branch Municipal Court or in a district court, the types of drugs involved will play a key role in the types of charges you may be facing.
A controlled substance like heroin or cocaine will carry a stronger list of potential penalties than drugs like codeine or marijuana. As part of our defense strategy in your case, we may be able to negotiate with the prosecutor to base your charges on a lesser class of drug, hopefully reducing your penalties.
Call Us Today for a Free Consultation
If you are facing drug charges in Farmers Branch, TX, you need to prepare to defend yourself against these charges. A conviction on a felony drug charge can turn your life upside down, leaving you facing the possibility of significant prison time.
The team at the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg will fight as hard as we can to create a strong defense for you. We do not back down when our clients face difficult circumstances. Contact us as soon as possible at (214) 696-9253 for a discussion of your case. The initial consultation is free.
