POSS CS PG 3 Under 28 Grams — Texas Charge Code Explained

POSS CS PG 3 <28G on Texas arrest paperwork, a bond sheet, or a court docket means: Possession of a Controlled Substance, Penalty Group 3, under 28 grams, charged under Texas Health & Safety Code § 481.117(b).

What substances are covered

Penalty Group 3 includes prescription depressants and stimulants possessed without a valid prescription: Xanax (alprazolam), Valium (diazepam), Klonopin (clonazepam), Ritalin, and similar medications, plus low-concentration opioid mixtures.

What this charge really means

This is the most common ‘pills without a prescription’ charge in Texas. Because it’s a misdemeanor, quick action can often keep it off your record entirely — through dismissal, pretrial diversion, or deferred adjudication followed by nondisclosure. A valid prescription is a complete defense.

Common questions

Is possession of Xanax without a prescription a felony in Texas?

Under 28 grams is a Class A misdemeanor — up to a year in county jail and a $4,000 fine. Larger amounts become felonies.

I have a prescription — what now?

A valid prescription is a defense. Get the prescription records to your attorney immediately; these cases are frequently dismissed.

Can a PG 3 charge be kept off my record?

Often yes — through dismissal, diversion programs, or deferred adjudication followed by an order of nondisclosure.

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This page is general legal information for Texas, not legal advice about your specific case. Penalty ranges can change with enhancements, priors, and case-specific facts. Last reviewed July 2026.