Texas Laws and Legal Penalties
Comprehensive legal reference for Texas. Browse DUI laws, drug possession penalties, theft charges, statutes of limitations, and more. All information is sourced from public state statutes.
Note: This information is for general educational purposes only. Laws change frequently. Always consult a licensed Texas attorney for advice specific to your situation.
Texas Quick Facts
- State Capital: Austin
- Region: South
- DUI BAC Limit: 0.08%
- Marijuana Status: Illegal
- Felony Theft Threshold: $2,500+
- Murder SOL: None
Texas DUI Laws
| Offense | Penalties |
|---|---|
| First Offense DUI | 72 hours–180 days jail, $2,000 fine, 90-day–1 year suspension |
| Second Offense DUI | 30 days–1 year, $4,000 fine, 180 days–2 year suspension |
| Felony DUI Threshold | 3rd offense |
| Legal BAC Limit | 0.08% |
Texas has an administrative license revocation program
Texas Marijuana Laws
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Legal Status | Illegal |
| Medical Program | Limited CBD only |
| Recreational Use | No |
| Small Amount Penalty | Class B misdemeanor: up to 180 days, $2,000 fine (2 oz or less) |
| Large Amount Penalty | Felony for amounts over 4 oz |
Texas has limited Compassionate Use CBD program only
Texas Theft Penalties
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Misdemeanor Threshold | Under $2,500 |
| Felony Threshold | $2,500+ or more |
| Minimum Sentence | Up to 180 days |
| Maximum Sentence | Up to 99 years (1st degree felony) |
Texas theft classified in 7 tiers based on value
Texas Statutes of Limitations
| Crime Type | Time Limit |
|---|---|
| Murder | None |
| Rape / Sexual Assault | None |
| Felony (General) | 3 years |
| Misdemeanor | 2 years |
| Fraud | 7 years |
| Theft | 5 years |
| DUI / DWI | 2 years |
| Assault | 3 years |
Texas capital murder, murder, manslaughter, and certain sex crimes have no SOL