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Texas Penalty Group 4

Texas Penalty Group 4

Penalty Group 4 includes:

  • Drugs with limited amounts of narcotics that also contain non-narcotic medicines, such as those containing less than 200 milliliters of codeine per 100 milliliters.
  • Drugs containing small amounts of opium.

Some of these drugs are illegal substances while others are prescription medications; however, any possession or delivery of a controlled substance without a legitimate prescription incurs penalties.

Punishment for Possession of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 4

Possession of Controlled Substance Penalty Group 4 (PG4)Offense LevelPunishment Range
Less than 28 gramsClass B Misdemeanor0-180 days in county jail and up to $2,000 fine
28 grams or more, but less than 200 gramsThird Degree2 to 10 years in a state prison and/or a fine of not more than $10,000
200 grams or more, but less than 400 gramsSecond Degree2 to 20 years in a state prison and/or a fine of not more than $10,000
400 grams or moreEnhanced first-degree felony5 to 99 years in state prison or life, and a fine not to exceed $50,000

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