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by Timothy Wildey

Every illness requires expert clinical and psychological support. This support is gained at rehabs which are well equipped with modern technology and have good facilities. These rehabs carry out one on one discussion with their clients and then based on their requirements, likes, social surrounding and economic background chart out treatment programs. These programs are based on their individual preferences and personal characteristics. The recovery programs not only focus on physical health but also deal with psychological problems if any. The rehabs have state of art technology, which is effectively used for benefits of their clients. The psychologists prepare behavioral therapies for reforming the thinking process. By doing this their clients are able to deal with their problems with a new perspective and renewed thinking pattern.

There are various types of addictions like alcohol addiction, drug addiction etc. these are more harmful types, whereas there are some types of addiction which are not that harmful to the individuals. These addictions can be less fatal and do not harm the body. These are compulsive shopping, cleaning and so on. These individuals are often tagged as fanatics. They are obsessed with their habits. But these are comparatively less harmful habits and have more to do with psychological problem than physical. But the above mentioned addictions are very dangerous if not treated on time.

A more personalized approach is carried out and the treatment is planned accordingly. They do not follow the routine path of treatment, but experiment new recovery plans to get effective and better results. The rehabs do not only aim recovering from the addiction but also carry out programs which help in rebuilding the lost self esteem, self confidence etc. Drug treatment programs at rehabs primarily focus on getting the toxins out of the patients’ body. This process is called detoxification. It requires professional support and expert supervision.

Lack of which can call for troubles. Hence, it is always recommended to be admitted into rehabs for getting professional support. These rehab centers not only provide support and professional help for recovery but also change the life style by changing the mindset and thinking patterns of an individual. These centers also rope in the families for prolong support in providing the newly sobers a very healthy environment around them, which prevents them from going back to the addiction.

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Question by Exhilarating, isn’t it?: Texas “Drug Policy”: What is likely the sentence for this crime?
My boyfriend was arrested for possession of marijuana (less than two ounces) and possession of a controlled substance (5 capsules of Zoloft). This is his first offense so what will his sentence likely be? We live in Texas.

Best answer:

Answer by Spanky
here is the laws in texas about marijuana

Possession
2 oz or less* class B misdemeanor 180 days $ 2,000
2 to 4 oz* class A misdemeanor 1 year $ 4,000
4 oz to 1 lb* state jail felony 180 days – 2 years $ 10,000
1 to 5 lbs state jail felony 180 days – 2 years $ 10,000
5 to 50 lbs felony of the third degree 2 – 10 years $ 10,000
50 to 2,000 lbs felony of the second degree 2 – 20 years $ 10,000
More than 2,000 lbs felony 5 – 99 years $ 50,000
Sale
Gift of 1/4 oz or less class B misdemeanor 180 days $ 2,000
Sale of 1/4 oz or less class A misdemeanor
1 year
$ 4,000
1/4 oz to 5 lbs state jail felony
180 days – 2 years
$ 10,000
5 to 50 lbs felony of the second degree 2 – 20 years $ 10,000
50 to 2,000 lbs felony of the first degree 5 – 99 years $ 10,000
2,000 lbs or more felony MMS 10 – 99 years $ 100,000
To a minor felony 2 – 20 years $ 10,000
Within 1,000 feet of a school or within 300 feet of specified areas misdemeanor or felony increased penalty increased penalty
Miscellaneous (paraphernalia, license suspensions, drug tax stamps, etc…)
Paraphernalia possession class C misdemeanor none $ 500
Paraphernalia sale class A misdemeanor 1 year $ 4,000**
Details

* With no prior felony convictions, if convicted of possession of less than one pound of marijuana a judge must impose a sentence of probation with mandatory drug treatment. If no treatment center exists within the jurisdiction, the judge may waive the treatment requirement. They judge can also waive all fines.

** Unless previous conviction of paraphernalia sale or possession (if previous conviction, 90 days to 1 year). Paraphernalia sale to a minor at least 3 years younger than actor- State Jail Felony = 180 days-2 years; $ 10,000

Possession of two ounces or less of marijuana is punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a fine up to $ 2,000. Possession of greater than two ounces is punishable by up to one year in jail and a fine up to $ 4,000. For greater than four ounces the penalty increases to 180 days – two years in jail and a fine up to $ 10,000. Possession of greater than five pounds carries a penalty of 2 – 10 years in prison and a fine up to $ 10,000. For greater than 50 pounds the penalties increase to 2 – 20 years in prison and a fine up to $ 10,000. For any amount greater than 2,000 pounds the penalty is 5 – 99 years and a fine up to $ 50,000.

The penalty for delivery, without remuneration, of one-quarter of an ounce or less is up to 180 days in jail and a fine up to $ 2,000. For delivery or sale of one-quarter of an ounce or less the penalty is up to one year in jail and a fine of up to $ 3,000. For delivery or sale of amounts greater than one-quarter ounce of marijuana the penalty increases to 180 days – 2 years in jail and a fine up to $ 10,000. Sale or delivery of greater than five pounds is punishable by 2 – 20 years in prison and a fine up to $ 10,000. The penalty for delivery or sale of greater than 50 pounds is 5 – 99 years in prison and a fine up to $ 10,000. For any amount of 2,000 pounds or greater, the penalty is a mandatory minimum 10 – 99 years in prison and a fine up to $ 100,000.

Any sale to a minor is punishable by 2 – 20 years in prison and a fine up to $ 10,000. Sale within 1,000 feet of a school or within 300 feet of a youth center, public pool or video arcade increases the penalty classification to the next highest level.

Repeat Misdemeanor Offenses:

* If charged with a Class A misdemeanor and defendant has been before convicted of a Class A misdemeanor or any degree of felony = 90 days-1 year; $ 4,000
* If charged with a Class B misdemeanor and defendant has been before convicted of a Class A or Class B misdemeanor or any degree of felony = 30 days-180 days; $ 2,000
* If charged with a Class C misdemeanor and defendant has been before convicted under one or a combination of the two above three times and the prior offense was committed within 24 months of incident = > 180 days; $ 2,000

Repeat Felony Offenses:

* If charged with a state jail felony punishable and defendant has previously been finally convicted of two state jail felonies, on conviction the defendant shall be punished for a third-degree felony.
* If charged with a state jail felony punishable and defendant has previously been finally convicted of two felonies, and the second previous felony conviction is for an offense that occurred subsequent to the first previous conviction having become final, on conviction the defendant shall be punished for a second-degree felony.
* If charged with a state jail felony or of a third-degree felony and defendant has been once before convicted of a felony, on conviction he shall be punished for a second-degree felony.
* If charged with a second-degree felony and the defendant has been once before convicted of a felony, on conviction he shall be punished for a first-degree felony.
* If it is a first-degree felony

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