What Counts as Possession of a Controlled Substance in Dallas, Texas?

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Understanding Drug Possession Charges in Dallas County Key Takeaways: In Dallas, possession of a controlled substance means knowingly or intentionally having it under your care, custody, or control without legal authorization, active drug use is not required. Texas sorts controlled substances into Penalty Groups 1 through 4 (and Penalty Group 1‑B for fentanyl and related […]