Drug Charge Attorney In Denton TX

Arrested for possession or delivery of a controlled substance in Denton? A drug conviction can mean jail, a felony record, and lasting consequences – Every drug case gets focused, personal attention from start to finish.

Possession & Delivery

From simple possession to intent-to-deliver felonies.

Search & Seizure Focus

Challenging illegal stops, searches, and how evidence was found.

Handled Personally

Camila works your case directly, start to finish.

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Drug Possession Lawyer In Denton

Charged With Possession Or Delivery Of A Controlled Substance?

Simple Possession

Possession of a controlled substance is the most common drug charge – and the penalty turns on the substance, the amount, and how it was found.

Delivery & Possession With Intent

Delivery, manufacturing, and possession-with-intent charges carry far heavier felony exposure and demand a serious, strategic defense.

Marijuana, THC & Prescription Cases

Marijuana, THC vapes, edibles, concentrates, and prescription-drug charges are treated very differently under Texas law – often more harshly than people expect. Read more about Marijuana/Cannabis cases here.

Protecting Your Record – Strategic Defense – Personal Attention

More About Drug Charge Defense in Denton

A drug charge in Texas is a criminal matter with real, lasting weight – a conviction can bring jail or prison time, heavy fines, and a permanent record that follows you into jobs, housing, and school. People searching for a drug possession lawyer in Denton, a drug charge attorney near Denton County, or help with a possession of a controlled substance charge in Texas are often facing a felony for the first time and unsure how serious it really is.

Often there are options. Denton County offers programs like the First Offender Drug Program and pretrial diversion for eligible first-time offenders, and deferred adjudication can also keep a conviction off your record. A dismissal through diversion may later qualify for an expunction, and deferred adjudication may qualify for a non-disclosure. Eligibility is specific to your case, which will be reviewed during your consultation.

Whether you’re dealing with simple possession, a marijuana or THC vape charge, prescription-drug possession, or a possession-with-intent or delivery case, the goal is the same: protect your record, your freedom, and your future – and, for eligible first-time offenders, explore diversion options that can keep a conviction off your record. Francino Law defends drug cases throughout Denton County – including Denton, Lewisville, Flower Mound, Corinth, and the surrounding communities – with an honest assessment of your options and a defense built around your specific case.

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Texas Drug Penalties

What a Drug Conviction Can Carry in Texas

Texas sorts controlled substances into “penalty groups,” and punishment climbs with both the substance and the total weight – including any adulterants or dilutants mixed in. The examples below are general; the exposure in a specific case depends on the substance, the amount, and the facts.

Offense Classification Possible Jail / Prison Max Fine*
Marijuana, 2 oz or less Class B Misdemeanor Up to 180 days Up to $2,000
Marijuana, 2–4 oz Class A Misdemeanor Up to 1 year Up to $4,000
Penalty Group 3/4 (certain Rx), under 28 g Class A Misdemeanor Up to 1 year Up to $4,000
Penalty Group 1 (cocaine, meth, heroin), under 1 g State Jail Felony 180 days – 2 years Up to $10,000
Penalty Group 1, 1–4 g Third-Degree Felony 2 – 10 years Up to $10,000
Penalty Group 2 (THC concentrate, vape, edibles), under 1 g State Jail Felony 180 days – 2 years Up to $10,000

*Fines are separate from court costs and lab or program fees. Enhancements — such as an offense in a drug-free zone, a firearm allegation, a fentanyl allegation, or prior convictions — can raise the classification and penalties. Possession with intent to deliver is charged at a higher felony level based on the penalty group and amount. This chart is general information, not legal advice for your specific case.

What To Expect

The Drug Case Process in Denton County

1

Arrest & Release

After a drug arrest, you'll typically be booked and released on bond. What happens next — and how the evidence is handled — starts to shape the case right away.

2

Examining the Search

Many drug cases turn on the Fourth Amendment. If the stop wasn't lawful, or the search went beyond what the law allows, the evidence it produced may be challenged - and evidence that gets suppressed can weaken or end the state's case.

3

The Substance & the Evidence

The state has to prove what the substance was and how much. The lab testing, the weight (including adulterants), and the chain of custody are scrutinized for weaknesses in the state's case.

4

Court Appearances, Negotiation, & Resolution

Most cases involve several court settings. Each court setting is handled on your behalf — pursuing dismissals, reductions, and, for eligible first-time offenders, diversion options that can avoid a conviction.

Common Drug Charge Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Drug Charges in Denton

Texas punishes drug possession based on the substance’s “penalty group” and the total weight involved. Penalties range from a Class B misdemeanor for a small amount of marijuana up to a first-degree felony for larger amounts of Penalty Group 1 substances like cocaine, methamphetamine, or heroin. Because the substance and the amount drive everything, the exposure in your case depends on the specific facts.

It depends on the substance and the amount. Marijuana up to four ounces and small amounts of certain prescription drugs (Penalty Groups 3 and 4) are usually misdemeanors, while most other controlled-substance possession — including small amounts of cocaine, meth, or heroin — is a felony. Delivery and manufacturing charges are almost always felonies.

Often there are options. Depending on the charge and your history, first-time offenders may be eligible for pretrial diversion or deferred adjudication that can keep a conviction off your record, and an expunction or non-disclosure may be possible later. Eligibility is specific to your case, which will be reviewed with your during the consultation.

No — and this surprises many people. Under Texas law, THC concentrates, vape oils, and edibles fall under Penalty Group 2, not the marijuana statute. That means even a small vape cartridge or a few gummies can be charged as a felony, with penalties far harsher than an equivalent amount of leaf marijuana. Read More Here.

It’s a more serious charge than simple possession. Prosecutors can allege intent to deliver based on the amount, along with factors like packaging, scales, large amounts of cash, or messages — even without a completed sale. Because it raises the offense to a higher felony level, it calls for an experienced, strategic defense.

Simple Steps – Honest Guidance – A Real Defense

How To Get Started

Step 1

Call or Message for a Free Consultation

Reach out to discuss your drug charge, ask questions, and understand what you’re facing – at no cost and in confidence.

Step 2

Protect Your Rights

The stop, the search, and how the evidence was handled are reviewed to find the issues that matter in your case.

Step 3

Build Your Defense

Together you’ll move forward with a defense strategy aimed at the best possible outcome – including diversion options where you’re eligible.