Galveston County Drug Crimes Lawyers
Reliable Criminal Defense for Tough Charges
Texas law recognizes a wide variety of drug-related crimes. No matter what type of drug crime you have been charged with, you will need a defense strategy that is individually tailored to that specific offense.
At the Law Office of Steve O. Gonzalez, we can help you develop an airtight strategy for fighting your charges. Regardless of whether you are facing misdemeanor or felony charges, our Galveston County drug crime attorneys can provide the effective counsel and aggressive representation you need.
Rely on our professional legal team when you need help defending against charges for:
- Drug possession
- Drug manufacturing
- Drug trafficking
- Drug-infused DWI charges
- Drug sale or distribution
- Drug paraphernalia
- Drug concentrates
To speak with our dependable criminal defense lawyers, call (832) 900-9867 now.
Drug Penalty Groups in Galveston County
No matter the type or amount of drugs involved, all drug-related offenses are complex and can result in harsh penalties. The Texas Health and Safety Code regulates and assigns drugs into six distinct categories for penalty purposes. These “penalty groups” are used by judges as a guide to determine the punishment of each drug offense.
The six penalty groups include:
- PG1: Narcotics that have no medicinal value, including codeine, oxycodone, heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine
- P1A-G: LSD as well as any of its salts and isomers
- PG2: Hallucinogenic substances, such as PCP, ecstasy, and mescaline
- PG2-A: Chemical compounds that mimic cannabinoids
- PG3: Valium, benzodiazepines, anabolic steroids, Ritalin, and other prescription drugs that can serve as a stimulant or depressant
- PG4: Prescription medications and various chemical compounds
The penalties you face upon conviction are determined by which penalty group the drug falls under, the amount of the substance, whether there was a minor present, and various other factors. Overall, the PG1 carries the harshest penalties, while PG4 carries the least severe. The maximum sentence is found for possessing 8000 units of a PG1 drug, which can result in up to 99 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.
Why Choose Us?
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More than 5,000 Clients Helped Since Start of the Firm
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Serving Spanish-Speaking Clients
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Certified in Breath Tests, Blood Tests and SFSTs
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Former Brazoria County Assistant District Attorney
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Aggressive & Passionate Legal Representation
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Over 32 Years Representing The Accused
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