POSS MARIJ <2OZ on Texas arrest paperwork, a bond sheet, or a court docket means: Possession of Marijuana, under two ounces, charged under Texas Health & Safety Code § 481.121(b)(1).
Charge level: Class B misdemeanor
Punishment range: Up to 180 days in county jail and a fine of up to $2,000
What substances are covered
Applies to marijuana plant material (flower). Concentrates, vapes, and edibles are charged far more severely under Penalty Group 2.
What this charge really means
Many Texas counties — including Travis — deprioritize or divert low-level marijuana cases, and the hemp law requires the state to prove THC concentration above 0.3%, which added lab-proof burdens that get cases dismissed. A conviction still carries a driver’s license suspension; fighting even ‘small’ marijuana charges protects your record and license.
Common questions
Does a marijuana conviction suspend my driver’s license?
Yes — a Texas drug conviction, including misdemeanor marijuana, triggers a driver’s license suspension. It’s one more reason not to plead guilty quickly.
Can the state actually prove it’s marijuana and not hemp?
Since Texas legalized hemp, the state must prove THC concentration above 0.3% — which requires quantitative lab testing that many agencies struggle to produce. This has led to many dismissals.
What’s the penalty for under 2 ounces?
Class B misdemeanor: up to 180 days in county jail and a $2,000 fine — with diversion and dismissal outcomes common for first offenses.
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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.
