Marijuana Rescheduled to Schedule III — But It Is Still Illegal in San Antonio

By Texas Defenders | San Antonio Criminal Defense Attorneys
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Important Takeaway for San Antonio: Marijuana Is Still Illegal in Texas

Recent headlines have caused widespread confusion about marijuana laws across the country. While the federal government has announced that marijuana will be moved to a lower drug schedule, marijuana remains illegal in Texas, including San Antonio and all of Bexar County.

This means people can still be arrested, charged, and prosecuted in San Antonio for marijuana-related offenses — even if they believe marijuana is now “legal.” At Texas Defenders, we are already seeing clients misled by national headlines who are shocked to find themselves facing criminal charges.

What Does “Rescheduled to Schedule III” Actually Mean?

Marijuana was previously classified as a Schedule I controlled substance. Moving marijuana to Schedule III means the federal government now recognizes that it may have accepted medical uses and a lower potential for abuse than Schedule I drugs.

However, rescheduling does not equal legalization. Marijuana is still classified as a controlled substance under federal law, and more importantly for Texans, Texas law has not changed.

Marijuana Is Not Legal in Texas — Including San Antonio

Despite federal changes, Texas continues to enforce strict marijuana laws. In San Antonio and throughout Bexar County:

• Marijuana possession remains illegal

• THC products, edibles, vapes, and concentrates are aggressively prosecuted

• Arrests and prosecutions are still happening every day

• Criminal penalties remain in place

Local law enforcement does not stop enforcing state law because of federal policy announcements. San Antonio police officers and Bexar County prosecutors continue to file marijuana charges, regardless of what federal headlines say.

What Rescheduling Does NOT Do

It is critical to understand what this change does not do:

• It does not legalize marijuana in Texas

• It does not stop police from arresting you

• It does not guarantee dismissal of pending charges

• It does not prevent prosecution in Bexar County courts

• It does not make marijuana “safe” to possess

If you are caught with marijuana or THC products in San Antonio, you can still face serious criminal consequences.

Why This Confusion Is Dangerous for San Antonio Residents

Many people believe that because marijuana laws are changing in other states, Texas must be following suit. That is not true.

This misunderstanding leads people to:

• Carry marijuana in public

• Possess THC products at home or in vehicles

• Assume police will “look the other way”

• Ignore or delay dealing with criminal charges

Unfortunately, these assumptions often result in arrests, criminal records, and long-term consequences.

What Happens If You're Charged in Bexar County

Depending on the amount and form of marijuana involved, charges may include:

• Misdemeanor marijuana possession

• Felony possession for larger quantities

• THC concentrate or derivative charges

• Possession with intent to distribute

Convictions can result in jail time, probation, fines, and a permanent criminal record that affects employment, housing, and professional licenses.

How a San Antonio Marijuana Defense Lawyer Can Help

At Texas Defenders, we aggressively defend clients facing marijuana and THC charges in San Antonio and throughout Bexar County. Our attorneys understand how local prosecutors approach these cases and how to challenge unlawful searches, weak evidence, and unconstitutional arrests.

If you or a loved one is facing a marijuana-related charge, early legal representation matters.

📞 Call 210-942-4441 to speak with a San Antonio criminal defense lawyer today.

Final Warning: Headlines Don't Change Texas Law

Marijuana being moved to a different federal drug schedule does not make it legal in Texas. Believing otherwise can cost you your freedom, your record, and your future.

If you are charged with a marijuana or THC offense in San Antonio, do not wait and do not assume the case will go away.

Texas Defenders — San Antonio Criminal Defense Attorneys
210-942-4441