General Criminal Defense (Page 10 of 25)
Broader Texas criminal-defense topics, general resources, and overview content.
What Does Sprayed Weed Look Like? Synthetic Cannabinoid Risks
Sprayed marijuana — flower coated in synthetic cannabinoids (K2/Spice) — visual signs, health risks, and Texas Penalty Group 2-A charges.
What Does a Zip of Weed Look Like? Slang and Texas Weight Law
A "zip" is an ounce of marijuana. Visual reference and the Texas Health & Safety Code threshold it sits below.
What Does a Pound of Weed Look Like? Texas Marijuana Weight Tiers
Visual reference for a pound of marijuana and how Texas Health & Safety Code §481.121 weight tiers drive felony charges.
How Long Does Oxycodone Stay in Your System for a Texas Drug Test?
Oxycodone detection: 1-4 days urine, primary metabolites include oxymorphone. SAMHSA opioid cutoff 2,000 ng/mL. Prescription defense and Penalty Group 1.
How Long Does Percocet Stay in Your System? Texas Court UA Detection Times
Percocet (oxycodone + acetaminophen) detection: 1-4 days urine. Same as oxycodone alone. Texas prescription defense and Penalty Group considerations.
How Long Does Hydrocodone Stay in Your System? Texas Probation Compliance Guide
Hydrocodone (Vicodin, Norco) detection: 1-4 days urine. Texas Penalty Group 1 substance. Prescription defense for valid Rx holders. Probation considerations.
How Long Does Crack Cocaine Stay in Your System Differently Than Powder?
Crack cocaine and powder cocaine produce same urine detection windows (1-4 days occasional, 1-2 weeks heavy). Same metabolite (benzoylecgonine). Different absorption.
How Long Does a Weed Pen Stay in Your System? Vape Detection Times Explained
Weed pen (vape) THC detection: 3-7 days urine for occasional users; up to 30+ days for chronic users. Same cutoffs as flower but higher concentration may produce longer windows.
How Long Does Weed Stay in Your System if You Smoke Once? Texas Drug Test Reality
Single-time marijuana use detection in Texas: 3-5 days urine, 24-48 hours blood/saliva. For occasional users; chronic users have longer detection.
Public Exposure vs Indecent Exposure in Texas
Public exposure under §42.01(a)(10) is Class C disorderly conduct. Indecent exposure under §21.08 requires sexual intent — Class B misdemeanor with registration risk on repeat.
Why Do Cops Follow You for Miles in Texas?
Police can lawfully follow your vehicle in Texas to develop reasonable suspicion for traffic stop. Pretextual stops are constitutional under Whren v. United States.
Affidavit of Non-Prosecution in Texas Family Violence Cases
Affidavit of Non-Prosecution in Texas family violence cases. What it means, how it works, why prosecutors often proceed anyway. Victim cooperation procedures.
Possession With Intent to Distribute in Texas — Charges Explained
Possession with intent to distribute in Texas under Health & Safety Code §481.112. State proves intent through indicia: quantity, packaging, cash, scales, communications.
How Much Weed Is a Felony in Texas? Marijuana Possession Thresholds
Marijuana becomes a felony in Texas at 4 ounces. Class B under 2 oz; Class A 2-4 oz; state jail felony 4 oz-5 lbs; 3rd degree 5-50 lbs; up to first-degree above 2,000 lbs.
Is Weed a Felony in Texas? Marijuana Charges by Weight
Marijuana plant material under 4 oz is misdemeanor in Texas. Over 4 oz becomes felony. THC concentrate is felony at any weight over 1 gram. Decision tree.
Is Animal Cruelty a Felony in Texas?
Animal cruelty in Texas can be misdemeanor (Class A) or felony (state jail). Penal Code §42.092 governs. Non-livestock cruelty escalates with severity of harm.
Is Child Endangerment a Felony in Texas?
Child endangerment in Texas under Penal Code §22.041 is state jail felony. Abandoning or endangering child under 15. Enhanced to 3rd or 2nd degree for serious cases.
Is Stalking a Felony in Texas? Penalty Levels Explained
Stalking in Texas is always a felony under Penal Code §42.072. 3rd-degree felony base; 2nd-degree on prior stalking conviction. No misdemeanor version exists.
Is Hit and Run a Felony in Texas? Failure to Stop and Render Aid
Hit and run in Texas is felony for injury or death accidents under Transportation Code §550.021. 3rd-degree for injury; 2nd-degree for death. Property damage only is misdemeanor.
List of All Felony Charges in Texas — Complete 2026 Reference
Comprehensive list of Texas felony charges by classification: state jail, 3rd degree, 2nd degree, 1st degree, capital. Most common felony offenses with statute citations.