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Oh yeah! The disposition may be greatly influenced by past history, lack of moral support by those that count, but on a first offense it may be possible to plead out to probation.

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Q: If a 17-year-old is arrested for possession of two ounces of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia can they be charged as an adult and what are the possible penalties in Texas?
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