Cocaine Possession and Delivery
Fort Worth Drug Possession Criminal Defense Lawyer Cody Cofer
Convictions for possession of cocaine or delivering cocaine (including crack cocaine possession) carries serious penalties. In many cases, the law allows a maximum punishment of up to 99 years or life in prison including fines of up to $250,000. Usually the degree of the drug offense varies with the amount of cocaine possessed. However, if you are charged with even a small amount of cocaine, you could face probation with jail time or prison. Being charged with cocaine possession is very serious and you should not face those charges without the aid of an experienced criminal defense attorney 
like Cody Cofer.
Don’t accept a plea bargain in a drug case without talking to an experienced lawyer!
Don’t accept a plea without talking to an attorney who can help you determine whether pleading out in a cocaine case is in your best interests. You need to talk with an experienced criminal defense trial lawyer that can talk with you about the case you may have to present to a judge or jury. Prosecutors do not have to and will not explain all of the possible consequences of a drug conviction or even a deferred adjudication. The negative impact of a cocaine possession arrest, charge, conviction, and probation can ripple throughout the rest of the your life.
Don’t let your child face cocaine charges without a knowledgeable lawyer!
It is particularly important that students understand the seriousness of a cocaine possession or delivery charge. A felony drug conviction can affect a young person’s ability to get certain types of jobs, student loans, and housing. Don’t take chances with your child’s future when he or she faces cocaine charges. Contact a knowledgeable and experienced lawyer in Fort Worth who will work vigorously to get the best possible outcome.
Controlled substance law enforcement has increased effectiveness in detection and prosecution of cocaine possession and delivery charges. If you’ve been arrested for cocaine possession, contact criminal defense attorney Cody Cofer in Fort Worth, Texas, for a free consultation. He is a former prosecutor, experienced and successful in pre-trial and trial drug possession cases. He is experienced in cases where people have been accused of:
You need a criminal defense lawyer that is experienced trying jury trials and fighting the tough legal battles pre-trial. Cody Cofer is a well trained and experienced drug possession trial attorney.
Many times cocaine possession is clear cut, but because the government discovered the cocaine illegally there is a evidentiary suppression issue that can be raised during criminal trial or pre-trial. Cody can fight to have the judge or jury throw out the evidence of cocaine possession or delivery.
Possible Punishment for Cocaine Possession Charges
As in most drug charges, the consequences for cocaine possession depend largely on the amount of cocaine allegedly recovered by law enforcement. Someone will be charged with the offense of possession of cocaine if that person knowingly or intentionally possesses cocaine which is listed in Texas Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1. The amount of cocaine is determined by the aggregate weight, including adulterants or dilutants.
Less than 1 Gram of Cocaine: Possession of less than one gram of cocaine is a State Jail Felony which may result in confinement in a 
Texas State Jail Facility for a minimum of 180 days and maximum of 24 months along with a fine up to $10,000.
1 to 4 Grams of Cocaine: Possession of one gram to four grams of cocaine is a third degree felony which may result in confinement in a Texas Department of Criminal Justice – Institutional Division for a minimum of 2 years and a maximum of 10 years along with a fine up to $10,000.
4 to 200 Grams of Cocaine: Possession of four grams to 200 grams of cocaine is a second degree felony which may result in confinement in a Texas Department of Criminal Justice – Institutional Division for a minimum of 2 years and a maximum of 20 years along with a fine up to $10,000.
200 to 400 Grams of Cocaine: Possession of 200 grams to 400 grams of cocaine is a first degree felony which may result in confinement in a Texas Department of Criminal Justice – Institutional Division for a minimum of 5 years and a maximum of 99 years (or life) along with a fine up to $10,000.
More than 400 Grams of Cocaine: Possession of one gram to four grams of cocaine is a first degree felony which may result in confinement in a Texas Department of Criminal Justice – Institutional Division for a minimum of 10 years and a maximum of 99 years (or life) along with a fine up to $100,000.
A cocaine charge may have a greater punishment range depending on criminal history and other factors. Probation may be possible or even mandatory in some cocaine cases. It is important that you discuss the cocaine possession laws with a skilled and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney for a full understanding of the consequences of a cocaine conviction.
Cody Cofer’s law firm represents clients accused of meth possession throughout north Texas, including the communities of Fort Worth, Denton, Weatherford, Plano, and Dallas. Along with all residents of Tarrant County, Denton County, Parker County, and Collin County.
Felony Drug Charges in Tarrant County may be filed in any of the following courts:
Criminal District Court #1
Tim Curry Justice Center, 5th Floor
401 West Belknap
Fort Worth, TX 76196-0213
Phone Number: (817) 884-1255
Criminal District Court #2
Tim Curry Justice Center, 6th Floor
401 West Belknap
Fort Worth, TX 76196-0214
Phone Number:(817) 884-1976
Criminal District Court #3
Tim Curry Justice Center, 7th Floor
401 West Belknap
Fort Worth, TX 76196-0215
Phone Number: (817) 884-1252
Criminal District Court #4
Tim Curry Justice Center, 8th Floor
401 West Belknap
Fort Worth, TX 76196-0216
Phone Number: (817) 884-1980
213th District Court
Tim Curry Justice Center , 5th Floor
401 West Belknap
Fort Worth, TX 76196-0217
Phone Number: (817) 884-1977
297th District Court
Tim Curry Justice Center, 5th Floor
401 West Belknap
Fort Worth, TX 76196-0229
Phone Number: (817) 884-1256
371st District Court
Tim Curry Justice Center, 5th Floor
401 West Belknap
Fort Worth, TX 76196-0213
Phone Number: (817) 884-2989
372nd District Court
Tim Curry Justice Center, 6th Floor
401 West Belknap
Fort Worth, TX 76196-0213
Phone Number: (817) 884-2995
396th District Court
Tim Curry Justice Center, 6th Floor
401 West Belknap
Fort Worth, TX 76196
Phone Number: (817) 884-2765
432nd District Court
Tim Curry Justice Center, 6th Floor
401 West Belknap
Fort Worth, TX 76196-0219
Phone Number: (817) 884-2330
Auxiliary Trial Room
Tim Curry Justice Center, 6th Floor
401 West Belknap
Fort Worth, TX 76196-0279
Phone Number: (817) 884-2675
