Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas

I was charged with a state felony after getting caught with less than one gram of cocaine. I am a first time offender. Is jail time absolutley required


Asked on 10/03/09, 11:26 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Jeffrey Brashear The Brashear Law Firm, PLLC

Based on what you have written and without more case specific facts; you may or may not be required to spend time in jail. You should consult with a law firm to ensure that your rights and interests are protected. If my law firm can assist you with this legal issue or any other legal matter, please contact us at [email protected] to arrange for an initial consultation.

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Answered on 10/08/09, 11:54 am
Keith Engelke Law Office of S. Keith Engelke

State Jail does not mean that you will go to jail. A State Jail Felony is the lowest degree of felony there is in Texas, followed by third, second, and first degree and then by capital offenses.

There are State Jails designed for offenders charged with state jail felonies.

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Answered on 10/08/09, 12:34 pm
Robert Tuthill Law Office of Robert H. Tuthill

No.

I would be very surprised if you ended up in jail based on what you have said.

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Answered on 10/08/09, 3:47 pm


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