Texas Health and Safety Code 481.131 – Offense: Diversion of Controlled Substance Property or Plant
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(a) A person commits an offense if the person intentionally or knowingly:
(1) converts to the person’s own use or benefit a controlled substance property or plant seized under § 481.152 or 481.153; or
(2) diverts to the unlawful use or benefit of another person a controlled substance property or plant seized under § 481.152 or 481.153.
(b) An offense under this section is a state jail felony.
Attorney's Note
Under the Texas Codes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| State jail felony | between 180 days and 2 years | up to $10,000 |
Terms Used In Texas Health and Safety Code 481.131
- Person: includes corporation, organization, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, association, and any other legal entity. See Texas Government Code 311.005
- Property: means real and personal property. See Texas Government Code 311.005