Criminal charges and immigration consequences in Texas

Can a Criminal Charge Affect Your Immigration Status in Texas?

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For a non-U.S. citizen, a criminal case can create consequences that extend far beyond fines, probation, or jail. Certain criminal convictions can affect a person’s ability to remain in the United States, obtain immigration benefits, return to the country, or maintain lawful immigration status. The intersection between criminal law and immigration law is commonly called…

Magic mushroom and psilocybin possession laws in Texas

Are Magic Mushrooms Illegal in Texas? Psilocybin Possession Laws and Penalties

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Psilocybin mushrooms, commonly known as magic mushrooms, have received increasing attention across the United States as laws and attitudes surrounding psychedelic substances continue to evolve. However, that does not mean they are legal in Texas. Texas law classifies psilocybin and psilocin, the psychoactive substances associated with magic mushrooms, as controlled substances. Possessing them can result…