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Texas Penalty Group 1
Texas Penalty Group 1
Penalty Group 1 includes drugs most likely to cause misuse and addiction that are not for medical use. These drugs include:
- Cocaine.
- Methamphetamine.
- Ketamine.
- Heroin.
- Oxycodone.
- Hydrocodone (over 300 grams).
- PCP (phencyclidine).
- GHB (gamma hydroxybutyrate).
- Flunitrazepam (Rohypnol).
- Fentanyl.
- Methadone.
- Many other opiate and opioid derivatives.
Punishment for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1
| Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group One (PG1) | Offense Level | Punishment Range |
|---|---|---|
| Less than one gram | State jail felony | 180 days to 2 years in a state jail and/or a fine of not more than $10,000 |
| 1 gram or more, less than 4 grams | Third Degree | 2 to 10 years in a state prison and/or a fine of not more than $10,000 |
| 4 grams or more, but less than 200 grams | Second Degree | 2 to 20 years in a state prison and/or a fine of not more than $10,000 |
| 200 grams or more, but less than 400 grams | First Degree | 5 to 99 years in a state prison or life, and a fine of not more than $100,000 |
| 400 grams or more | Enhanced First Degree | 10 to 99 years or life, and a fine of not more than $100,000 |
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