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Information About Drug Use in Dallas, TX

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Drugs exist all over the planet and in every U.S. state, in varying forms and degrees. It’s no surprise that there are drugs in Texas, but how common are different types of drugs in Texas? Learning about the statistics of drug use in Texas can help you understand.

Getting Help for Drug Issues

While Phillip Linder can help reduce your drug charges, it’s important that real drug abuse is confronted and professional intervention is involved. Drug abuse can be dangerous and cause serious issues that affect many people.

To learn more about how drug issues can affect lives, browse our pages for more specific information and statistics:

  • Texas Drug Statistics
  • Is Cocaine Prevalent in Texas?
  • Punishments for Marijuana Crimes in Texas
  • The Fentanyl Epidemic
  • The Meth Problem in Texas
  • Synthetic Drugs Found in Texas

Charged With a Drug Crime?

If you or someone you love has been charged with DUI, possession, manufacturing, or trafficking of drugs, Phillip Linder can help. He can defend you from over-the-top punishments and help you get the help you really need.

Frequently Asked Questions

What drugs are illegal in Texas?
Is selling drugs a felony in Texas?
What is considered a drug free zone in Texas?
What drugs are illegal in Texas?
Drugs in Texas are regulated by the Texas Controlled Substances Act. There are four classes of drugs with different consequences, with marijuana in its own category separate from the four.
Is selling drugs a felony in Texas?
Yes, distributing or trafficking drugs in Texas is considered a felony. There is a range of charges within this category, ranging from state jail felony to a first-degree felony. The type of felony you’re charged with depends on the amount of drug you’ve sold and the type of drug.
What is considered a drug free zone in Texas?
In Texas, a drug-free zone is any area within 1000 feet of a public or private elementary school, secondary school, or preschool. Possession of drugs within these zones can result in more serious consequences. 

Your punishment is automatically increased by one degree if you are found in possession in these zones. You also won’t be able to accrue any good conduct time while incarcerated.

Phillip A. Linder Can Help With Your Charges

Phillip Linder has been helping Texans navigate the court systems for over 25 years, so you can trust that he has the experience you need. To learn more or to contact us about a free case review, call us by dialing 214-329-0376 or reach out to us through our online contact form.

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The Texas law office of Phillip A. Linder represents clients in Dallas, Plano, McKinney, Frisco, Richardson, Allen, Park Cities, Highland Park, University Park, Fort Worth and other communities throughout Dallas County, Collin County, Tarrant County, Denton County and Ellis County. His office also handles cases all over Texas and in Federal Courts.

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