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The House Approved HB 6 – What Does That Mean for You?

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Posted on August 26, 2024

The House Approved HB 6 – What Does That Mean for You?
The Texas House recently passed a bill that will have a very serious impact on those implicated by drug charges. Last September, Texas House Bill 6 took effect. HB 6 is aimed at combating the opioid crisis, particularly the surge in fentanyl-related deaths, by raising the criminal penalties for individuals involved in the manufacturing,... Read More »

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Is Medical Marijuana Legal in Texas?

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Posted on June 27, 2023

Is Medical Marijuana Legal in Texas?
By Brooke Price  In 2015, the Compassionate Use Program (CUP) was enacted, giving Texans with certain medical conditions access to medical marijuana without risking criminal charges. However, exemption this does carry significant rules and regulations. The Compassionate Use Program only gives certain physicians the ability to prescribe low THC cannabis, which cannot contain more... Read More »

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Controlled Substances – No, Everyone’s Not Doing Them

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Posted on July 12, 2022

Controlled Substances – No, Everyone’s Not Doing Them
Post by Brooke Price  According to the Texas Arrest Data report published by the Texas Department of Public Safety, a large percentage of all criminal arrests in Texas are drug possession charges. There are many factors that affect the consequences that you may face, such as drug category, intent to distribute, penalty group, and prescription status.... Read More »

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The Damage Caused by Methamphetamine Continues | Price & Twine

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Posted on May 2, 2022

The Damage Caused by Methamphetamine Continues | Price & Twine
According to a 2019 report by the Addiction Research Institute with sources from DEA field divisions, methamphetamine usage is the top drug threat in Texas. There were over 12,000 treatment admissions and almost 1,000 deaths caused by methamphetamine across the state. Although monitoring programs and treatment plans have been established, methamphetamine usage is still... Read More »

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