In 1963, the firm of Minton, Burton, Foster, & Collins, P.C., was founded to provide aggressive and effective representation for people charged with felony and misdemeanor criminal offenses in communities throughout Texas. Based in Austin, our expertise extends to Hays, Bastrop, Williamson, Comal, Caldwell and Burnet Counties. Our four decades of service in the courtroom have given us experience that few Texas law firms can offer.
If you are facing drug charges, let our experience before state and federal judges and juries work for you. Contact us to schedule a confidential consultation to discuss the circumstances of your narcotics charges with one of our knowledgeable lawyers.
Drug-related crimes are the most frequently charged offenses in the state of Texas. The FBI reports that in 2007, drug abuse violations resulted in the arrest of 136,361 Texans. In fact, drug-related crimes are so numerous that special drug courts have been created in certain counties. For example, the Travis County Adult Drug Diversion Court was founded in 1993 and is designed to
All mind-altering drugs are categorized according to Schedules I to V, and it is a drug’s schedule that determines the severity of the offense and the appropriate punishment. The drugs in Schedule I are those that have no medical use and have a high potential for abuse. Schedule I includes marijuana, heroin, LSD, and Ecstasy. The drugs in Schedule II have some medical use (therefore, they require a prescription), but also have a high potential for abuse. Schedule II drugs include cocaine, methamphetamine, morphine, Oxycontin, and opium.
The drugs in Schedules III, IV and V have medical uses, with each schedule having a lower potential for abuse than the schedule before it. Schedule III drugs include Vicodin, anabolic steroids and codeine. Schedule IV includes tranquilizers and sedatives, while Schedule V includes drugs like cough medicines with codeine.
The attorneys of Minton, Burton, Foster, & Collins, P.C., defend many kinds of drug cases including charges of:
• Possession
• Distribution
• Interstate and international trafficking
• Cultivation and manufacturing
• Maintaining a house where drugs are sold or kept
• Illegal Internet narcotics sales
• Illegal possession of prescription drugs
• Money laundering
The penalties for drug offenses escalate depending on the nature and quantity of the drug at issue and the defendant's prior criminal record. Depending on the circumstances, these offenses can result in a broad range of potential criminal and administrative consequences, including probation, imprisonment, property forfeiture and court-ordered drug treatment counseling. Although drug charges can seem insignificant at first, they can transform into substantial legal problems with long-lasting and far-reaching consequences, affecting your family your finances and your freedom.
Do not take chances with your future. If you or someone you love has been charged with a drug-related crime, it is important to act fast and protect your rights by securing experienced legal representation. Early examination of the physical evidence may allow us to challenge its validity, thereby reducing or eliminating the charges.
We represent clients charged with drug offenses in Austin criminal attorney, TX and the surrounding communities, including: Hays County (Buda, Dripping Springs, Kyle, San Marcos, Wimberley); Travis County (Creedmoor, Elroy, Manor, Pflugerville); Williamson County (Cedar Park, Georgetown, Liberty Hill, Florence, Leander, Round Rock, Taylor); Bastrop County (Bastrop, Clearview, Elgin, Rockne, Smithville); Comal County (Bulverde, Canyon Lake, Gruene, New Braunfels, Sattler, Startzville); Burnet County (Bertram, Burnet, Marble Falls); and Caldwell County (Lockhart, Luling).
Being charged with a crime can be a frightening experience, and you may be left wondering where you can turn to get the help you need to overcome your charges. I may be able to help. As a dedicated Austin criminal defense attorney, I have three decades of experience defending my clients from virtually every criminal accusation. I know what it takes to protect your rights, and I believe that your right to a fair trial should never be overlooked or taken for granted.
In my thirty years defending clients against criminal charges, I have developed a reputation for providing my clients with experienced, tenacious legal representation. While I have taken on cases involving many kinds of crimes, some of the most common I handle include:
• DWI and DUI
• Theft & Fraud
• Drugs & Marijuana
• Unlawful Weapons
• Assault & Family Violence
• Federal Crimes
• State Jail Felonies
• Hot Checks
• White Collar Crimes
• Expunction
If you have been charged with a crime and are in need of experienced legal defense, I may be able to help you achieve a lesser sentence or even a not-guilty verdict.
If you have been charged with driving while intoxicated, you may not need to lose your license or face other strict penalties. With three decades of experience representing people charged with DWI in Austin, I have learned the legal strategies that work. I may be able to help you with:
• Administrative License Revocation Hearing
• Occupational Driver's License
The consequences of a DWI or DUI conviction are serious, and you need to know you can trust your Austin DWI defense attorney to fight to protect your rights and driving privileges.
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