You should hire a criminal defense attorney with experience handling this particular type of drug possession case. Realize that not all Delta-8 THC products are legal and, because they are not regulated by the FDA, a company logo or label does not reasonably ensure that the product itself is legal... View More

If you completed your DIVERSION program "satisfactory" and the judge told you in court, that your weed case was dismissed, then your application for a massage Instructor, will not be stopped or hurt, due to your past criminal charges. You should get the expungement as soon as you can.... View More

There is no "good" or "right" answer to your question. If you tell your employer that you even accidentally consumed THC under the mistaken impression it was a psychedelic, and your employer has a zero tolerance or drug-free policy, or your job involves the operation of... View More

Yes, possession of any quantity of THC in Texas is a felony unless it falls within the "hemp" exception. The legal definition of "hemp" requires that it have a concentration of delta-9 THC that is not more than 0.3% on a dry weight basis.

It is very important that you... View More

The answer depends on what you mean by sealed. If there is a court order saying that your conviction should be purged from the public records, you can file in-court to have that order executed and force the reporting agency to remove it.

Otherwise, I would need to see the paperwork which is... View More

Generally speaking, lawyers do not take criminal cases like this on a pro bono basis because indigent defendants are entitled to a court-appointed defense attorney. If you are not indigent, an attorney who is not a relative or close friend of yours most likely will not take such a case on a pro... View More

There are three ways you can be qualified to buy a Firearm in TX, as a prior convicted felon..

1. Get a pardon from the governor;

2. Receive permission from the local Sheriff to buy and possess a FA; or

3. Have your conviction expunged by District Court Order. This last one... View More

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answered on Jul 6, 2025

No, you cannot legally resell consumable hemp products in Texas without the proper license or registration. Under Texas law, anyone selling consumable hemp products—including edibles, tinctures, and smoking items—must be registered with the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). Even... View More

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answered on Jun 12, 2025

Your boyfriend needs to immediately check for active warrants before driving again or having any further police contact, as the officer's warning suggests something appeared in their system during the traffic stop. He can check for warrants by calling the clerk of court in any counties where... View More

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answered on Jun 12, 2025

Yes, you do face a real possibility of jail time for this second marijuana possession charge, even though your first offense resulted in deferred adjudication. In Texas, possession of two ounces or less of marijuana is classified as a Class B misdemeanor, punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a... View More

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answered on Mar 31, 2025

The Plain View Doctrine requires that officers must have lawful access to the object and its incriminating nature must be immediately apparent. In your situation, the officer's claim of seeing "brown marijuana blunts" raises significant questions about whether the incriminating... View More

Yes, “deleted” WhatsApp communications can be recovered and used as evidence in court proceedings.

The Consumer Complaint Division of the Office of the Attorney General:

https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/consumer-protection/file-consumer-complaint

You should hire an attorney in or near the county where you were arrested who has experience defending civil forfeiture proceedings. The government can pursue seizure and forfeiture actions even though no one was arrested and no charges have been filed. As the owner of the truck, it is incumbent... View More

The question is whether the complaint (the formal charging instrument) was filed with the court within the 2 year statute of limitations period from the date of alleged offense. Calling a lawyer would help. Good luck.

It is important to protect your personal assets from your business. Create a corporation or a limited liability company to use to operate your business. The tax consequences are different depending on which form of business you take. See a professional to get more particular guidance.

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If she's guilty, it depends upon what sentence the DA is offering in the plea bargain. Sometimes, it is better to not plead guilty even when you are guilty in order to be able to fully explain the circumstances of the offense, especially when the consequences being offered by the DA appear... View More

It is typical for first time drug offenders to receive probation, community service, and a small fine.

While many people think that is just a slap on the wrist, other people find it is sufficient to deter future similar criminal behavior.

If you don’t feel the punishment is right,... View More

Any arrest could impact your immigration I would not ride in the car with him under this set of facts,

Retain a lawyer. The lawyer can ask for bond reduction and to reinstate probation