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Drug Possession vs. Distribution: What’s the Difference Under Texas Law?
Episode Summary:
This episode delves into the nuances between drug possession and distribution charges in Texas, shedding light on key legal differences, potential defenses, and the varying penalties associated with each offense. Attorney Gary Medlin provides valuable insights into how prosecutors approach these cases, the importance of intent in proving distribution, and the critical role of evidence in mounting a defense.
Key Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Just Results Inside Criminal Defense
00:45 – Possession vs. Possession with Intent to Deliver in Texas
01:45 – What Evidence Turns Simple Possession into Intent to Distribute
02:45 – No Specific Weight Threshold – It’s Case-by-Case
03:30 – Does Sharing Drugs with a Friend Count as “Delivery”?
04:30 – Texas Penalty Groups: How They Determine Misdemeanor vs. Felony
05:00 – Harsher Penalties for Manufacture or Delivery Charges
06:15 – Fentanyl-Specific Laws and “I Didn’t Know It Was Fentanyl” Defense
07:00 – Challenging Lab Results: Weight, Composition, and Backlogged Crime Labs
08:00 – Critical First Step After a Drug Charge Arrest
08:45 – Closing Remarks and Call to Action at medlinfirm.com
About the Show:
*Just Results Inside Criminal Defense* provides expert legal insights into navigating the complexities of criminal defense in Texas. Attorney Gary Medlin, a seasoned criminal defense lawyer with over 42 years of experience, offers valuable guidance and strategies for individuals facing legal challenges in the criminal justice system.
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By justresultsinsidecriminaldefenseEpisode Summary:
This episode delves into the nuances between drug possession and distribution charges in Texas, shedding light on key legal differences, potential defenses, and the varying penalties associated with each offense. Attorney Gary Medlin provides valuable insights into how prosecutors approach these cases, the importance of intent in proving distribution, and the critical role of evidence in mounting a defense.
Key Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Just Results Inside Criminal Defense
00:45 – Possession vs. Possession with Intent to Deliver in Texas
01:45 – What Evidence Turns Simple Possession into Intent to Distribute
02:45 – No Specific Weight Threshold – It’s Case-by-Case
03:30 – Does Sharing Drugs with a Friend Count as “Delivery”?
04:30 – Texas Penalty Groups: How They Determine Misdemeanor vs. Felony
05:00 – Harsher Penalties for Manufacture or Delivery Charges
06:15 – Fentanyl-Specific Laws and “I Didn’t Know It Was Fentanyl” Defense
07:00 – Challenging Lab Results: Weight, Composition, and Backlogged Crime Labs
08:00 – Critical First Step After a Drug Charge Arrest
08:45 – Closing Remarks and Call to Action at medlinfirm.com
About the Show:
*Just Results Inside Criminal Defense* provides expert legal insights into navigating the complexities of criminal defense in Texas. Attorney Gary Medlin, a seasoned criminal defense lawyer with over 42 years of experience, offers valuable guidance and strategies for individuals facing legal challenges in the criminal justice system.