Arlington, TX asked in Criminal Law for Texas

Q: Under Texas health and safety code 481.126 , if the indictment doesn’t name a substance nor a penalty group is it void

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Grant St Julian III
Grant St Julian III
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • Dallas, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: The indictment you describe isn't "void", but discuss this matter with your attorney to discuss its sufficiency. Good luck.

Edgardo Rafael Baez
Edgardo Rafael Baez
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  • Criminal Law Lawyer
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: Most likely, the charge includes the code, not the indictment. The indictment only covers the occurrence and the mentioning of the offense. Blessings!

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