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Under Texas law, drug trafficking refers to the act of manufacturing or possessing illegal drugs with the intention of delivering them. Compared to drug possession, drug trafficking is a much more serious crime. In Texas, controlled substances are categorized based on their penalty groups. These groups were introduced under the Texas Controlled Substances Act. To determine your particular offense's penalties, you must carefully understand each penalty group. 1.  Set of Penalties for Group 1 Substances As broken down by the Texas Controlled Substances Act , Group 1 substances carry a high risk of abuse. As a result, the penalties are very serious. These drugs include cocaine, methadol, oxycodone, methamphetamines, ketamine, morphine, fentanyl, heroin, desmorphine, and other types of cocaine. If you’re caught trafficking these drugs, your charges will be as follows:   Sentence Weight (g) Prison Term Fine State Jail Felony Less than 1 g Between 180 days and 2 years Up to $10,000 ...

A DWI conviction can affect your freedom and future. If you’re not careful, you may face a prison sentence and pay exorbitant fines. However, if you act proactively and cautiously, you can get the penalties for your DWI conviction reduced in Texas. How? Continue reading. 1. Your Lawyer Has Excellent Investigative and Negotiation Skills If you want to reduce your charges, find an excellent lawyer who can negotiate with the prosecution exceptionally well. They can also petition the court to reduce your charges. Based on their experience, investigative skills, and negotiation prowess, they can even get your case dismissed before it goes to trial. However, it’s important to note that there must be a weakness in the prosecution’s case. Your lawyer will consider different aspects of the case. Let’s take a look at these in the next section. 2. Your Case Has Certain Weaknesses If your BAC (blood alcohol concentration) test results were slightly below the .08 limit, you have a better shot at ge...