San Marcos Drug Possession Lawyer
When you or someone you care about faces a drug charge in Texas, the allegations can land anywhere on a wide legal spectrum, ranging from a Class B misdemeanor to a first-degree felony. As a drug possession lawyer in San Marcos, I work with clients throughout the local area to help them understand exactly what they face and what defense options exist. I offer a free case evaluation for precisely that purpose.
Call my office at (512) 551-1179 or reach out online today.
That Charging Document Tells a Story
Texas drug possession law divides penalties based on two primary factors. There’s the specific controlled substance group involved and the exact weight of what was allegedly possessed. How those two variables interact decides whether you or your loved one faces a statutory fine or a mandatory prison sentence.
Misdemeanor vs. Felony Possession in Central Texas
A major point of legal exposure for Texas State University students is the strict prosecution of THC concentrates, such as vape cartridges, wax, and cannabis edibles. While raw marijuana flower under two ounces is a misdemeanor, Texas state law categorizes any chemically extracted resin or oil as a Penalty Group 2 controlled substance.
Consequently, possessing even a single vape pen or package of infused edibles results in an automatic felony arrest and transport to the Hays County Jail on Uhland Road. We systematically analyze these concentrate cases to audit the lab’s chemical testing methods and fight to protect our clients from permanent felony records
Marijuana possession under two ounces is classified as a Class B misdemeanor in Texas. Possession of between two and four ounces increases the severity to a Class A misdemeanor. Crossing the four-ounce threshold escalates the charge to a state jail felony.
Client Experiences That Matter
Reviews & Testimonials
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“Mr. Ursha was very professional and easy to work with.”- Tina
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“He was easy to talk to, a bit humorous, and was very down to earth. He seems to be well informed and has a lot of history with the judges and prosecutors in court which can be VERY helpful. I highly recommend him.”- Tony
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“Richard was great. For his reasonable fee, he represented me at all court dates (there were three) negotiating on my behalf, negating the need for me to ever have to appear in court.”- Robert
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“I can not recommend him enough to fight a DWI in Hays County!”- Steve
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“Mr. Ursha has been amazing and extremely helpful in a very stressful, and oftentimes overwhelming, point in my life.”- Michael
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“From the first call with Richard, he walked through the process and made me feel that everything will be okay.”- Moe
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“I highly recommend Richard. he's a very good person and a great lawyer. When it comes to DUI cases, time is on your side just listen to the man he knows what he's doing.”- Javier
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“He has earned my loyalty and I will go out of my way to refer him to friends or family members who need a good criminal attorney.”- Scott
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“He made a very difficult situation much easier to navigate and we always felt supported and informed. We are truly grateful for his help and highly recommend.”- Amy
I’m with You at Every Step
I work with clients to help them understand their rights at every stage, advising them on what to say to law enforcement, what not to volunteer, and how to avoid making a difficult case more complicated. The testimonials previous clients have given me illustrate the many ways I can help.
My 20+ years of experience working within this system mean I understand how local prosecutors evaluate drug possession cases, where legal leverage exists, and how to identify arguments aimed at pursuing a reduction or dismissal. I will help you review exactly where your case stands so we can determine the right options for your defense
Call me today at (512) 551-1179. I’m located in San Marcos, and work with clients in Hays, Comal, Caldwell, and Guadalupe counties and throughout Hill Country.