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...
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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...
How to determine if an officer illegally instigated a criminal act
If you face a drug-related criminal charge, a conviction can affect your career, future and reputation. Drug crimes include possession, trafficking, distribution, prescription fraud and distribution. While police officers and DEA agents can investigate a case and may...
Drug-free zones may affect possession charges
The Texas Controlled Substances Act classifies an offense as a felony if law enforcement arrests an individual in a drug-free zone. According to the Lone Star State’s Health and Safety Code, a drug-free zone includes schools, playgrounds and video game or youth...
