What Penalty Group Is Codeine in Texas

The Controlled Substance Act criminalizes all levels of codeine possession without a prescription. It makes Penalty Group 4 the lowest tier.

Is codeine a felony in Texas?

Codeine possession is often considered a felony, which is why the consequences are so harsh. If you have been charged with criminal possession of codeine, contact an attorney from our firm immediately.

What is Penalty Group 2 drugs in Texas?

The drugs in Penalty Group 2 are PCP, MDMA (Ecstasy), hashish and other drugs derived from cannabis. Punishment ranges from two years in jail to a life sentence and a $50,000 fine.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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