On behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Mar 24, 2021 | Drug Crimes
A Texas drug conviction may lead to jail stints, hefty fines, community service obligations and other penalties, but if your college student gets one while receiving financial aid, it may lead to additional hardships. Currently, any college student who uses financial...
On behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Dec 7, 2020 | Drug Crimes
There are many times in which drugs are mailed through the US Postal Service. Sending or receiving drugs in this way can lead to federal charges, especially if the mail leaves the state. Take for example this case involving a man who has been sentenced to 10 years in...
On behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Nov 23, 2020 | Drug Crimes
For decades, law enforcement and public safety experts have worked to reduce the number of drunk drivers on Texas roads. Yet, one aspect of driving under the influence doesn’t get as much attention: drivers who operate a vehicle while high on drugs. Driving while...
On behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Sep 14, 2020 | Drug Crimes
In Texas, the law is hard on people who commit drug crimes. Drug possession penalties vary significantly based on a few factors, such as: The quantity of the drug in your possession The type of drug in your possession Past convictions How the drug was concealed or...
On behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Aug 11, 2020 | Drug Crimes
The Lone Star State has strict laws concerning controlled substances such as pain relief medication. Without a valid doctor’s prescription, you may find yourself facing a drug possession charge if you are traveling with certain pills or tablets. Medications for...
On behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | May 27, 2020 | Drug Crimes
Our law firm knows how devastating drug cases are, whether a young person is charged with a drug-related offense and future opportunities are on the line or someone who is facing financial challenges has an especially hard time dealing with these charges. However,...
On behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Apr 2, 2020 | Drug Crimes
While several states have passed laws legalizing the recreational use of marijuana, Texas is not one of them. Current Texas laws only allow the use of medical marijuana to treat some specific conditions. Due to medical cannabis laws in Texas, the state has made some...
On behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Feb 27, 2020 | Drug Crimes
If someone is facing trial for drug possession, there is a lot at stake. The penalties can be high, and having the conviction on record can have long-lasting effects. To counteract the charges, a defense attorney may use a variety of defense strategies based on the...
On behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Jan 31, 2020 | Drug Crimes
Legislation aimed at legalizing marijuana has been sweeping across the nation. Efforts to get the recreational use of the drug decriminalized here in Texas haven’t been successful like they have been in some states, e.g., California. As of now, marijuana remains...
On behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Dec 30, 2019 | Drug Crimes
Texas treats possession, distribution and trafficking of controlled substances as serious crimes, typically resulting in significant fines as well as prison time. The Texas Controlled Substances Act defines four categories of illegal drugs and outlines consequences...
