Though not many people consider prescription drugs in the same mental category as street drugs, they can actually hold similarly large legal repercussions. Purchasing from an unauthorized source or borrowing from friends could lead to serious legal issues. It is...
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How can the courts use your social media against you in a drug case?
If you are like most people, you post regularly on social media. While you may know to stay silent when it comes to incriminating yourself, you may not realize that the courts can also use your social media as evidence against you. According to the National Law...
What should you say about drug convictions on your FAFSA?
As June 30 quickly approaches, you are probably busy gathering financial information for your Free Application for Federal Student Aid. After all, June 30 is the deadline for most college-bound students to request federal grants, loans and work-study dollars. Your...
What is drug scheduling?
Controlled substances are usually highly regulated due to their potential for abuse and dependence. Created by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), drug schedules categorize different controlled substances according to the risk they pose to the public....
What happens if you take someone else’s prescription?
Though you may think it is "no big deal", the truth of the matter is, borrowing medication from a friend or family member could actually end in all of you facing serious consequences. To avoid these unnecessary criminal charges, it is important to understand laws that...
What penalties might you face for fentanyl trafficking?
Fentanyl trafficking is increasing across Texas and the rest of the United States. If you currently face a fentanyl trafficking charge, you may have valid concerns about the severity of the penalties you may face if that charge leads to a conviction. Because of the...
How does mental health affect addiction?
Often, people who struggle with substance abuse also struggle with drug charges. If you find yourself hitting a wall for recovery, it may be due to other mental health conditions. According to MentalHealth.gov, mental health problems may impact whether a person...
Why are opioids so addictive?
While some opioids have legitimate medical uses, they still carry a high risk of addiction and dependence. These drugs work via endorphin release, which helps control pain caused by injury or illness. Opioid abuse and misuse will not only lead to serious legal issues,...
What the Texas opioid settlement means for physicians
Every year, thousands of Texans die from opioid drug overdoses. In 2018, the exact number was 67,367. This number has social and economic impacts on individuals and families, but it also has implications for the surrounding professional medical community. In recent...
Is taking someone else’s prescription a crime?
Borrowing a pill from a family member or friend, or purchasing them from an unauthorized source, taking another person’s prescription medications may lead have serious implications. In fact, depending on the type of medication, you may face criminal charges if found...
