Hale County is a county located in the state of Texas. The county was created in 1876 and was named after John C. Hale, a hero of the Battle of San Jacinto. As of the 2010 U.S. Census, Hale had a population of 36,273 citizens. Since Hale County has a large population, law enforcement deal with heavy criminal activity on a daily basis such as arrests for marijuana possession.
Hale County has seen an increase in marijuana crimes in the past couple of years. If you're currently facing charges for cannabis-related crimes, we advise you to contact the dedicated marijuana defense lawyers at Law Offices of David Sloane, PLLC.
Marijuana Defense Attorney, Hale County | TX
If you have been charged with any marijuana crime including possession, purchase and trafficking, contact Law Offices of David Sloane, PLLC immediately. Criminal defense attorney David Sloane has successfully defended many individuals charged with cannabis-related criminal offenses. Before becoming an attorney, David Sloane served his community as a police lieutenant. He will work hard to reduce, if not dismiss your charges.
Don't let a marijuana charge ruin your life. Call (817) 810-0088 to secure a free, initial consultation as soon as possible. Attorney David Sloane and his marijuana defense lawyers at Law Offices of David Sloane, PLLC work with clients from all over Texas including Hale County and surrounding cities such as Abernathy, Edmonson, Hale Center, Petersburg, and Plainview.
Information Center
- Major State Roads and Interstates in Hale County
- Practice Areas
- Hale County Law Enforcement Resources
- Hale County Court Resources
- Marijuana Asset Forfeiture in Texas
- Marijuana Charges in Texas
- Additional Resources
Major State Roads and Interstates in Hale County
Several major highways and roads lead through Hale County, Texas. Many individuals are often pulled over by law enforcement officers and arrested for marijuana possession after they purchase cannabis in a state where the substance is legal like Colorado. Unfortunately, an individual can face serious federal charges such as 5 years behind bars.
If you take one of the following roads through the county, drive safely and keep an eye out for law enforcement:
- Interstate 27/U.S. Highway 87
- Interstate 27 Business
- S. Highway 70
- State Highway 194
Practice Areas
In addition to marijuana trafficking and possession charges, focuses on several other practice areas. Our main practice areas include:
- Cite and release
- Positive THC drug test probation violation
- Marijuana felony offenses
- Arrests of visitors from out of state
- Marijuana DWI
- Marijuana trafficking
- Delivery of marijuana
- Illegal searches
- Marijuana crimes
- Highway interdiction
- Asset forfeiture
Hale County Law Enforcement Resources
Hale County Sheriff – David Cochran is the current sheriff of Hale County. The sheriff's mission is to serve and protect the communities of Hale County. The department is located at 1900 S. Columbia Street in Plainview, Texas.
County Sheriff
Sheriff David Cochran
1900 S. Columbia Street
Plainview, Texas 79072
P: (806) 296-2724
F: (806) 296-5725
Texas Highway Patrol | DPS – The Texas Highway Patrol (THP) is a division of the Texas Department of Public Safety. The Texas Highway Patrol protects Texas from public safety threats by conducting high visibility patrol – detecting public safety threats on roadways, responding to critical events on Texas roadways, and more.
Plainview Police Department – Plainview is the current county seat for Hale City, TX. Visit the official website for the Plainview Police Department by clicking the link. The webpage lists Derrick Watson as the Chief of Police.
Plainview Police Department
Chief of Police
108 W. Ninth St.
Plainview, TX 79072
Phone: (806) 296-1182
Fax: (806) 296-1117
Texas Department of Criminal Justice – Visit the official website for Texas Department of Criminal Justice. The site offers latest news, inmate information, and career opportunities. You can also use an interactive map that shows the Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities.
Hale County Court Resources
64th District Court – The 64th District Court is a general jurisdiction district court that serves Castro County, Hale Couny, and Swisher County, Texas. Danah Zirpoli is the current district judge. Access the website to view her contact information. The page also allows you to view court settings for a particular date, by clicking “Calendar/Request a Hearing.”
District Judge Danah Zirpoli
64th District Court Judge
Hale County Justice Center
225 Broadway #5 – Plainview TX 79072-8050
Phone: (806) 291-5234
242nd District Court – The 242nd District Court is a court of general jurisdiction. It serves the Hale, Swisher, and Castro counties. Kregg Hukill is the current judge. Click the link to view more information about 242nd District Court, its court coordinators, reporters, and more.
District Judge Kregg Hukill
242nd District Court
225 Broadway Street #3,
Plainview TX, 79072-8050
Phone: 806-291-5254
Hale County Judge – David Mull is the current county judge for Hale. The county judge handles such widely varying matters as hearing on admittance to state hospitals for the mentally ill, and temporary and permanent guardianships for special purposes. Access the webpage to view contact information and office hours for the Hale County Courthouse.
Judge David Mull
Hale County Courthouse
500 Broadway
Plainview, Texas 79072
P: (806) 291-5214
F: (806) 296-7786
Hale County Justice of the Peace – Sheron Collins is the current judge for Justice of the Peace – Precinct 1. Collins was sworn into office August 2014, after being appointed.
Judge Sheron Collins
Hale County Courthouse
500 Broadway, #10
Plainview, Texas 79072
Phone: (806) 291-5201
Fax: (806) 291-5310
Hale County Justice of Peace – Karen Davis is the current judge for Justice of Peace – Precinct 3. Click the link to view contact information and office hours for the court.
Judge Karen Davis
Hale County Justice of the Peace PCT 3
I27 and FM 54
Hale County JP3 – P.O. Box 217
Abernathy, Texas 79311
P: Phone: (806) 757-2476
F: Fax: (806) 757-2481
Texas Court of Appeals – Visit the official website for Texas Court of Appeals. The 14 courts of appeals have intermediate appellate jurisdiction in both civil and criminal cases appealed from district or county courts. Each court of appeals has jurisdiction in a specific geographical region of the state.
Texas Office of Court Administration
205 West 14th Street, Suite 600
Austin, TX 78701
Texas Supreme Court – Visit the official website for the Supreme Court of Texas. Composed of the chief justice and eight justices, the Supreme Court of Texas is the court of last resort for civil matters in the state. Click the link to view the court calendar and read court news.
Supreme Court of Texas
Supreme Court Building
201 W. 14th Street, Room 104
Austin, Texas 78701
Phone: :(512) 463-1312
Fax: (512) 463-1365
Hale County District Clerk – Visit the official website for the district clerk of Hale County. Carla Cannon serves as the current district clerk. Follow the link to view her contact information.
Hale County District Clerk
225 Broadway, Suite 4
Plainview, Texas, 79072
P: 806-291-5226
F: 806-291-5206
Hale County District Attorney – Visit the official website for Hale County. Jeff Swain serves as the current district attorney. Follow the link to view his contact information.
Hale County District Attorney
225 Broadway, Suite 1
Plainview, Texas 79072
P: (806) 291-5241
F: (806) 293-9618
Additional Resources
DFW NORML – NORML is a non-profit marijuana legalization advocacy group that has lobbied to have marijuana legalized in the United States. It was founded in 2005. The Dallas Fort Worth Chapter lobbies state and local governments to end marijuana prohibition. Click the link to learn how you can help.
Texas Penal Code: Marijuana Offenses – Chapter 481 of the Texas Penal Code constitutes the Texas Controlled Substances Act. The section defines various marijuana offenses and penalties throughout the state of Texas, including marijuana possession, marijuana trafficking and cultivation.
Marijuana Asset Forfeiture in Texas
When an individual is arrested for a felony crime under the Texas Controlled Substances Act, the state will seize any property used while the crime was committed. Property used to commit a crime is called contraband. Contraband can range from land used to grow marijuana to vehicles used to store or hide the drug.
Other examples of contraband subject to forfeiture include:
- Drugs
- Drug paraphernalia
- Weapons
- Cell phones
- Computers
- Buildings
Marijuana Charges in Texas
|
Offense |
Penalty |
Incarceration |
Max. Fine |
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Possession |
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2 oz or less |
Misdemeanor |
180 days |
$ 2,000 |
|
2 – 4 oz |
Misdemeanor |
1 year |
$ 4,000 |
|
4 oz to 5 lbs |
Felony |
180 days* – 2 years |
$ 10,000 |
|
5 – 50 lbs |
Felony |
2* – 10 years |
$ 10,000 |
|
50 – 2000 lbs |
Felony |
2* – 20 years |
$ 10,000 |
|
More than 2000 lbs |
Felony |
5* – 99 years |
$ 50,000 |
|
* Mandatory minimum sentence |
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Sale |
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7 g or less for no remuneration |
Misdemeanor |
180 days |
$ 2,000 |
|
7 g or less |
Misdemeanor |
1 year |
$ 4,000 |
|
7 g to 5 lbs |
Felony |
180 days* – 2 years |
$ 10,000 |
|
5 – 50 lbs |
Felony |
2* – 20 years |
$ 10,000 |
|
50 – 2000 lbs |
Felony |
5* – 99 years |
$ 10,000 |
|
More than 2000 lbs |
Felony |
10* – 99 years |
$ 100,000 |
|
To a minor |
Felony |
2* – 20 years |
$ 10,000 |
|
* Mandatory minimum sentence |
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Cultivation |
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See Possession section for penalty details. |
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Hash & Concentrates |
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Possession of less than 1 g |
Felony |
180 days – 2 years |
$ 10,000 |
|
Possession of 1 – 4 g |
Felony |
2 – 10 years |
$ 10,000 |
|
Possession of 4 – 400 g |
Felony |
2 – 20 years |
$ 10,000 |
|
Possession of more than 400 g |
Felony |
10 years – life |
$ 50,000 |
|
Manufacture or delivery of less than 1 g |
Felony |
180 days – 2 years |
$ 10,000 |
|
Manufacture or delivery of 1 – 4 g |
Felony |
2 – 20 years |
$ 10,000 |
|
Manufacture or delivery of 4 – 400 g |
Felony |
5 – 99 years |
$ 10,000 |
|
Manufacture or delivery of more than 400 g |
Felony |
10 years – life |
$ 10,000 |
|
Paraphernalia |
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Possession of paraphernalia |
Misdemeanor |
N/A |
$ 500 |
|
Sale of paraphernalia (first offense) |
Misdemeanor |
1 year |
$ 4,000 |
|
Sale of paraphernalia (subsequent offense) |
Felony |
90 days* – 1 year |
$ 4,000 |
|
To a minor |
Felony |
180 days* – 2 years |
$ 10,000 |
|
* Mandatory minimum sentence |
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Hale County Marijuana Crimes Lawyer
Marijuana crimes in Texas can come with severe penalties that will affect the rest of your life. If you have been arrested on a marijuana charge in Hale County, TX, experienced criminal defense attorney David Sloane can help you fight those allegations.
David Sloane is a highly respected marijuana lawyer. He is a former police lieutenant who's been defending those accused of marijuana crimes for over 20 years. The charges against you are serious and will require an attorney serious about protecting your future. Call (817) 810-0088 to obtain a free, confidential consultation. Law Offices of David Sloane, PLLC accepts clients in Hale County and surrounding cities such as Abernathy, Edmonson, Hale Center, Petersburg, and Plainview.