Texas Drug Laws: Facts About Cocaine Possession Charges in Texas

Texas drug laws can be all over the board at first glance since it depends on the the controlled substance in question and the situation. For example, the charges for a Houston DWI can vary in terms of severity (your first offense, for example, can result in just a misdemeanor). The penalty for a possession of cocaine charge is much more clear-cut: if you’re caught with even the smallest amount of cocaine, no matter how small, you will be charged with a felony drug possession.

But what are the degrees of felonies when it comes to cocaine possession in Texas and what are the punishments for such convictions?

If you are caught with less than one gram of cocaine, you are looking at minimum 180 days in jail to possibly two years and/or a fine of up to $10,000.

One to 4 grams of cocaine is a third-degree felony, and you could be convicted of 2 to 10 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000.

Four to 200 grams of cocaine is a second-degree felony, resulting in 2 to 20 years in prison and/or a fine up to $10,000.

Two hundred to 400 grams of cocaine is a first-degree felony and could result in 5 to 99 years in prison and/or a fine up to $10,000.

If you receive a possession of cocaine charge for more than 400 grams of cocaine, it is considered an enhanced first-degree felony, which could result in 10 to 99 years in prison and/or a fine up to $100,000.

If you are charged, tried and convicted for any of these charges, you may also be eligible for probation. All of these fines do not include all the legal fees that are incurred during your trial. As you can see, being convicted of cocaine possession in Texas is much more severe than a DWI. Also, much like a Houston DWI, possession of any illegal substances in Texas could result in the loss of your driver’s license.