Two hundred grams of a PG 1 substance is a first-degree felony — the same punishment class as aggravated robbery. Cases this size are almost never accidents of a traffic stop; they’re built investigations.
Charge: Possession of a Controlled Substance, Penalty Group 1, 200–400 grams — Health & Safety Code § 481.115(e)
Level: First-degree felony
Range: 5 – 99 years or life, fine to $10,000
Court: District court in the county of arrest
How these cases play out in Central Texas courts
Task-force cases mean layered evidence: informants, surveillance, controlled buys, search warrants. Layers create seams. Warrant affidavits get reviewed line by line for staleness and falsity; informant deals and credibility get exposed; chain of custody across seizures this large develops gaps. In our Central Texas counties these cases are tried by experienced narcotics prosecutors — and they respect defense counsel who litigate rather than plead. Federal adoption is also a live question at this weight, and the state-versus-federal calculus should be evaluated before any major decision.
Questions we hear about this charge
Should I cooperate with investigators?
Not without counsel — at this level, agencies are building bigger cases, and statements create exposure without guarantees. Every deal worth considering can be negotiated with a lawyer involved.
Can a case this big actually be suppressed?
Yes — the bigger the case, the more process it took to build, and the more places the state can have cut corners. Warrant and informant litigation wins first-degree cases.
Will this go federal?
Sometimes. Weight, firearms, and conspiracy allegations drive federal adoption. Counsel experienced in both systems should assess your exposure early — the systems punish very differently.
Facing a POSS CS PG 1 200G-400G charge?
The first weeks decide what’s possible — evidence preservation, bond terms, and early litigation posture. Criminal defense in Travis, Hays, Williamson, Bexar, and Bastrop counties is provided by Stephen T. Bowling, DWI & Criminal Defense Attorneys — former police officers who know how these cases are built. Free consultation, 24/7, flat-fee quote included.
General Texas legal information, not legal advice for your specific case. Enhancements, priors, and case facts change punishment exposure. Last reviewed July 2026.