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What Is the Law on Delivery or Selling Marijuana in Texas?

Sec. 481.120.  OFFENSE:  DELIVERY OF MARIHUANA.  

(a)  Except as authorized by this chapter, a person commits an offense if the person knowingly or intentionally delivers marihuana.

(b)  An offense under Subsection (a) is:

(1)  a Class B misdemeanor if the amount of marihuana delivered is one-fourth ounce or less and the person committing the offense does not receive remuneration for the marihuana;

(2)  a Class A misdemeanor if the amount of marihuana delivered is one-fourth ounce or less and the person committing the offense receives remuneration for the marihuana;

(3)  a state jail felony if the amount of marihuana delivered is five pounds or less but more than one-fourth ounce;

(4)  a felony of the second degree if the amount of marihuana delivered is 50 pounds or less but more than five pounds;

(5)  a felony of the first degree if the amount of marihuana delivered is 2,000 pounds or less but more than 50 pounds; and

(6)  punishable by imprisonment in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for life or for a term of not more than 99 years or less than 10 years, and a fine not to exceed $100,000, if the amount of marihuana delivered is more than 2,000 pounds.

*Note – In Texas marijuana is called “marihuana” in the criminal context.*

Should I hire a Galveston, Texas Marijuana Lawyer?

Absolutely. If you have been arrested in Galveston, Texas for possession of marijuana, you should hire experienced marijuana lawyers as soon as possible. The lawyers at Zendeh Del & Associates, PLLC are experienced marijuana defense lawyers who will fight for your rights. Don’t go at it alone, call today.

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