Marijuana, THC, Concentrates, Vape, & Edibles Attorney in Denton TX

Charged over marijuana, a THC vape, or edibles in Denton? Texas treats these very differently than most people expect – a vape cartridge or a few gummies can be charged as a felony, even when marijuana flower would be a misdemeanor. Every marijuana and THC case gets focused, personal attention from start to finish.

The Felony Trap

Vapes, edibles & concentrates fall under Penalty Group 2.

Every THC Case

Flower, oil, wax, edibles, drinks, hemp, THCA, and vape cartridges.

Handled Personally

Camila works your case directly, start to finish.

Denton Criminal Defense Attorney - Marijuana / THC / Vapes / Edibles / Hemp

Marijuana & THC Defense in Denton County

Defending Every Kind of Marijuana & THC Charge

Marijuana or Cannabis (Flower)

Marijuana is charged by weight – two ounces or less is a misdemeanor – but it’s still a criminal charge that can put your record and future at risk.

THC Vapes & Concentrates

Oil, wax, and vape cartridges are treated as concentrates, not marijuana – which means felony charges even for very small amounts.

Edibles, Gummies & Drinks

Infused edibles and drinks can carry the same Penalty Group 2 felony exposure as THC oil, surprising many who bought them thinking they were legal.

Protecting Your Record – Strategic Defense – Personal Attention

More About Marijuana & THC Defense in Denton

Texas has not legalized recreational marijuana, and marijuana is still charged by weight – with two ounces or less treated as a misdemeanor. But the bigger surprise for most people is how the state treats everything else. People searching for a marijuana lawyer in Denton, a THC vape charge attorney near Denton County, or help with an edibles possession charge in Texas are often shocked to learn that a product they assumed was legal has landed them with a felony.

Here’s the trap: THC oil, wax, vape cartridges, edibles, and drinks are usually classified as concentrates under Penalty Group 2 – not under the marijuana statute. That means possession of even less than a gram can be a state jail felony, and because the weight includes the entire oil or edible rather than just the THC, a single vape cartridge can be enough to cross into felony territory. On top of that, Texas hemp law draws the line between legal hemp and illegal marijuana at a 0.3% Delta-9 THC threshold, so many of these cases turn on laboratory testing – and the law in this area has been changing rapidly. The classification of the substance, the lab testing, and the legality of the stop and search are all examined for the issues that can change the outcome.

Whether you’re facing a marijuana flower charge, a THC vape or concentrate case, or an edibles or drinks charge, 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 marijuana and THC 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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What To Expect

The Marijuana & THC Case Process in Denton County

1

Arrest & Release

After an arrest over marijuana or a THC product, you'll typically be booked and released on bond. How the substance is classified from the start begins to shape everything that follows.

2

Marijuana or Concentrate?

Whether the substance is charged as marijuana (by weight) or as a Penalty Group 2 concentrate makes an enormous difference — misdemeanor versus felony. That classification is examined closely.

3

Lab Testing & the Hemp Threshold

The state must show the substance is illegal THC rather than legal hemp, and establish the weight. The lab testing and the legality of the stop and search are examined for weaknesses that can undermine 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 Marijuana & THC Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Marijuana & THC in Denton

No. Texas has not legalized recreational marijuana. Marijuana is still charged by weight, with two ounces or less treated as a Class B misdemeanor. Hemp — cannabis containing 0.3% or less Delta-9 THC by dry weight — is treated differently under the law, but that line is defined by lab testing, not by how a product looks or where it was bought. This area of the law has also been changing rapidly, so current advice matters.

Because Texas usually classifies THC oil, wax, vape cartridges, edibles, and drinks as concentrates under Penalty Group 2 — not under the marijuana statute. Marijuana flower is charged by weight and can be a misdemeanor, but a concentrate is a felony even in small amounts. It’s one of the most surprising and consequential distinctions in Texas drug law.

Yes. Because a concentrate charge generally counts the weight of the entire oil — not just the THC in it — even a single cartridge can put you over the threshold for a state jail felony. Many people are stunned to learn that one vape pen can carry far heavier penalties than a small amount of marijuana flower.

The dividing line is the Delta-9 THC concentration: cannabis at or below 0.3% by dry weight is legal hemp, while anything above that is marijuana. The catch is that this can’t be judged by sight — it takes laboratory testing to determine — and the rules around hemp-derived and consumable THC products have shifted repeatedly. That complexity can create real defenses, but it also creates real risk.

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 Camila reviews with you directly.

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 marijuana or THC charge, ask questions, and understand what you’re facing — at no cost and in confidence.

Step 2

Protect Your Rights

How the substance was classified, the lab testing, and the stop and search 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.