Drug Manufacturing Attorney in Fort Worth

Board-Certified Defense for One of Texas’s Most Serious Felony Drug Charges

A drug manufacturing charge in Texas can carry sentences ranging from two years in a state jail to life in prison. The charge alone changes everything: your freedom, your career, your housing, and your civil rights are all at stake from the moment of arrest. At Burns & Davis, we’ve defended clients facing these charges in Fort Worth and throughout Tarrant County since 2001. We know how prosecutors build these cases and where they can be challenged.

If you’ve been arrested, say nothing to law enforcement before speaking with an attorney. Statements made without counsel can significantly complicate your defense. We offer free consultations in English and Spanish and are ready to hear your situation today.

A drug manufacturing charge demands immediate legal attention. Call Burns & Davis now at (817) 873-1883 for a free consultation with a Fort Worth drug manufacturing attorney who knows Tarrant County courts.

Why Burns & Davis for Drug Manufacturing Defense

Attorney Blake Burns is board certified in criminal law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a credential held by fewer than ten percent of Texas attorneys. That certification reflects the depth of knowledge these cases require. Drug manufacturing investigations are complex, often involving multiple agencies, lab reports, search warrant review, and evidence chains that span months of surveillance. We investigate every element independently.

We report an 85% successful outcome rate in felony plea negotiations, a figure that reflects the leverage that comes from preparing every case as if it will go to trial. Prosecutors in Tarrant County can respond differently to a defense team they know will be ready in the courtroom. We’ve been building that reputation with the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office since 2001.

We handle drug manufacturing defense in both state and federal court. When quantities or circumstances trigger federal jurisdiction, the stakes rise considerably, and we don’t limit our practice to one level of the system. Clients have described our commitment as life-saving, and that dedication is what we bring to every case regardless of the charge level.

Texas Drug Manufacturing Penalties by Penalty Group

Texas classifies controlled substances into penalty groups under the Texas Controlled Substances Act (Health and Safety Code Chapter 481). The felony degree and sentence range for a manufacturing charge depend on which penalty group the substance falls under and the total weight involved, including any adulterants or dilutants mixed in.

Penalty Group 1 includes methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin, and similar substances. Manufacturing penalties:

• Less than 1 gram: State jail felony, up to 2 years and a $10,000 fine
• 1 to 4 grams: Second-degree felony, 2 to 20 years
• 4 to 200 grams: First-degree felony, 5 to 99 years
• 200 to 400 grams: Enhanced first-degree felony with a mandatory minimum of 10 years up to life in prison and a fine up to $100,000
• 400 grams or more: Enhanced first-degree felony with a mandatory minimum of 15 years up to life in prison and a fine up to $250,000

Penalty Group 2 includes MDMA, PCP, and similar hallucinogens. Manufacturing penalties:

• Less than 1 gram: State jail felony
• 1 to 4 grams: Second-degree felony
• 4 to 400 grams: First-degree felony
• More than 400 grams: Mandatory minimum of 10 years up to life in prison

Penalty Groups 3 and 4 carry felony-level exposure once quantities exceed 28 grams, with potential first-degree felony sentences at higher amounts. Manufacturing charges can carry heavier penalties than possession charges for the same substance and quantity, often elevating the offense by an entire felony degree. Beyond incarceration, a conviction can mean loss of voting rights, firearm restrictions, immigration consequences, and lasting barriers to employment and housing.