Texas SB2028 modifies criminal and licensing consequences for possession of marihuana, tetrahydrocannabinols, synthetic cannabinoids, and drug.

Texas SB2028 amends the Health and Safety Code to redefine penalties for possession of marihuana and certain controlled substances. It sets specific penalties based on the amount of marihuana possessed, ranging from a Class C misdemeanor for one ounce or less to a felony of the first degree for more than 2,000 pounds. The bill also modifies the definition of "controlled substance analogue" and "dangerous drug," and it introduces expunction procedures for certain records related to these offenses.

Texas SB2028 modifies criminal and licensing consequences for possession of marihuana, tetrahydrocannabinols, synthetic cannabinoids, and drug.

Texas SB2028 amends the Health and Safety Code to redefine penalties for possession of marihuana and certain controlled substances. It sets specific penalties based on the amount of marihuana possessed, ranging from a Class C misdemeanor for one ounce or less to a felony of the first degree for more than 2,000 pounds. The bill also modifies the definition of "controlled substance analogue" and "dangerous drug," and it introduces expunction procedures for certain records related to these offenses.