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Mills County

Mills County is located in Central Texas. The county is named for John T. Mills, a justice of the Texas Supreme Court. According to an estimate by the U.S. Census Bureau, Mills County contained around 7,067 residents as of 2010.

Mills County falls along one of the routes between Colorado and Texas. Under current Texas law, marijuana is illegal in the state of Texas. In Colorado, however, cannabis can be used for medical and recreational purposes. Many Texans drive to Colorado to consume cannabis and attempt to carry the substance into Texas. When this occurs, there's a high possibility the individual could be arrested for being in possession or trafficking marijuana.

If you or someone you know has been charged with marijuana possession, delivery or trafficking, you should contact Law Offices of David Sloane, PLLC.

Marijuana Defense Attorney in Mills County, TX

Were you recently arrested in Texas for allegedly delivering or possessing marijuana? You will want to contact Law Offices of David Sloane, PLLC as soon as possible. When an individual is arrested for marijuana charges, consequences can include hefty fines and prison time. Accusations can be seriously overwhelming.

Law Offices of David Sloane, PLLC represents individuals in Mills County and surrounding cities including Goldthwaite, Mulin and Priddy. Cashion Community, Burkburnett, Electra, Iowa Park, Pleasant Valley, and Wichita Falls. Marijuana defense attorney David Sloane takes pride in fighting to obtain the best possible results for clients. Call (817) 810-0088 right now to begin crafting a strong legal defense.

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Major State Roads and Interstates in Mills County

A couple of major highways and roads lead through Mills County, Texas. Local law enforcement officials and state troopers are constantly on high alert for drugs traveling into Texas from Colorado. For this reason, many individuals are often arrested for marijuana possession.

Some of the major roads and highways in Mills County include:

  • S. Highway 84
  • S. Highway 183
  • State Highway 16

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Our Practice Areas

Aside from marijuana trafficking and possession, our attorneys at Law Offices of David Sloane, PLLC focus on several other practice areas. Among these practice areas are:

  • Positive THC drug test probation violation
  • Arrests of visitors from out of state
  • Asset forfeiture
  • Marijuana DWI
  • Marijuana felony offenses
  • Illegal searches
  • Cite and release
  • Marijuana crimes
  • Highway interdiction
  • Delivery of marijuana
  • Marijuana trafficking

Mills County Court Resources

Mills County Judge –  Ed Smith is the county judge of Mills County. Visit this website to view contact information.

Mills County Judge

Ed Smith

Mills County Courthouse

1011 4th Street, P.O. Box 483

Goldthwaite, Texas 76844

Mills County Attorney – Gerald Hale is the county attorney of Mills County. Click the link to view his contact information.

Mills County Attorney

Gerald Hale

1412 Fisher St., P.O. Box 647

Goldthwaite, Texas 76844

Mills County Justice of the Peace Kim Avants is the current judge of Mill County's Justice of the Peace. Office hours consist of Monday through Thursday (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and Friday (8 a.m. to 12 p.m.)

Mills County Justice of the Peace

Kim Avants

1011 4th Street (1st Floor of Courthouse), P.O. Box 65

Goldthwaite, Texas 76844

Phone: (325) 648-2278

Fax: (325) 648-3478

Mills County District Clerk – Sonya Scott serves as the district clerk for Mills County. Click the link to view her contact information.

Mills County District Clerk

Sonya Scott

1011 Fourth Street

P.O. Box 646

1011 4th Street

Goldthwaite, Texas 76844

Phone: 325-648-2711

Fax: 325-648-3251

Mills County District Court – Mike Smith serves as the current district court judge for Mills County. Click the link to view his contact information.

District Court

Mike Smith

200 S. Broadway, Suite 212

Brownwood, Texas 76801-3192

Phone: 325-646-1987

Fax: 325-643-6396

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

Phone: 325-646-2525

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Mills County Law Enforcement Resources

Texas Highway Patrol | DPS – The Texas Highway Patrol (THP) is a division of the Texas Department of Public Safety. THP's missions are to maintain and educate Texas citizens about public safety. Visit this website to learn more about the Highway Patrol Service.

Mills County Sheriff's Office – Goldthwaite serves as the county seat for Mills County. Visit the official website for the Mills County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Clint Hammonds is the current sheriff. The webpage provides the citizens and residents of Mills County with the most current events relating to current crime trends, natural disasters and to educate you on preventing yourself from becoming a victim of crime.

Mills County Sheriff

Sheriff Clint Hammonds

2111 Priddy Rd.

Goldthwaite, TX 76844

Phone: (325) 648-2245

Texas Department of Criminal Justice – Visit the official website for the Department of Justice, which regulates all detention facilities in the state of Texas including prisons and state jails. Follow the link above to view inmate information, statistics and more.

Texas Highway Patrol | DPS – The Texas Highway Patrol (THP) is a division of the Texas Department of Public Safety. THP's missions are to maintain and educate Texas citizens about public safety. Visit this website to read travel tips and learn more about the Highway Patrol Service.

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Possible Defenses for Marijuana Crimes

When a defendant attends trial after allegedly committing a marijuana crime, a prosecutor must establish that the defendant is guilty. At the same time, the defendant has the right to present a defense. There are various defense strategies that criminal defense attorney David Sloane and his legal team could use to possibly have your charges reduced or dismissed.

Potential defenses for marijuana crimes could include:

  • Illegal search and seizures
  • Entrapment
  • Failure to read Miranda warnings
  • Violation of Constitutional rights
  • Not a usable quantity of marijuana

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Marijuana Charges in Texas

Offense

Penalty

Incarceration

  Max. Fine  

Possession

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

Sale

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

Cultivation

See Possession section for penalty details.

Hash & Concentrates

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

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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Additional Resources

Texas Penal Code – Click the link to view a comprehensive list of Texas statutes. Visit this website to research the law governing your charges.

NORML: Marijuana – For over 40 years, NORML offers marijuana-related information that includes the latest national and state polls, arrest data, and health reports. Access the website to learn about marijuana use, medical marijuana, drug testing, and more.

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Mills County Marijuana Defense Lawyer | Texas Attorneys

A conviction for marijuana trafficking in Texas can affect you for the rest of your life. David Sloane at Law Offices of David Sloane, PLLC is a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney who has over 20 years of experience defending those accused with serious marijuana charges. He can prepare a strong legal defense for your case.

Law Offices of David Sloane, PLLC represents clients like you in Mills County and surrounding cities including Goldthwaite, Mulin and Priddy. Cashion Call (817) 810-0088 right now to have attorney David Sloane review your case and discuss all of your legal options during a free, confidential consultation. He will fight to possibly get your criminal charges reduced or dismissed.

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