What Does POSS CS PG 1/1-B >=4G<200G Mean?
People see “POSS CS PG 1/1-B >=4G<200G" on a court document or jail record and want to know what it means.
- POSS = Possession
- CS = Controlled Substance
- PG 1/1-B = Penalty Group 1 or 1-B
- >=4G<200G = four grams or more but less than 200 grams
The charge is possession of a controlled substance in Penalty Group 1 or 1-B, in a quantity of four grams or more but less than 200 grams.
The statute and the punishment
The offense is defined in section 481.115(d) of the Texas Health and Safety Code. The punishment is a second-degree felony: 2 to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.
Penalty Group 1 and 1-B substances
The most commonly charged Penalty Group 1 substances are cocaine, methamphetamine, and heroin. Penalty Group 1-B includes fentanyl and fentanyl derivatives. For the complete statutory list, see our penalty group reference page.
Defending the case
If you or someone you know is facing this charge, talk to a drug-crimes defense lawyer about the facts of the case.