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Delta-8 and similar THC products can now bring felony charges in Texas

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By Joey Palacios Verified
| High Plains Public Radio Verified
The patchwork of what is considered legal hemp in Texas became narrower Friday when the state's classification of manufactured Delta-8 and similar THC substances as controlled substances took effect. Possessing, manufacturing or delivering products containing manufactured Delta-8, Delta-10 and similar THC compounds can now lead to felony charges. Consumable hemp products that otherwise comply with state law may still contain no more than 0.3% Delta-9 THC by dry weight.
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Delta-8 and similar THC products can now bring felony charges in Texas. Here’s what SAPD and the Bexar County DA say

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By Joey Palacios Verified
| Texas State Public Affairs Network
August 1, 2026 / Joey Palacios Sign up for TPR Today, Texas Public Radio’s newsletter that brings our top stories to your inbox each morning. The patchwork of what is considered legal hemp in Texas became narrower Friday when the state’s classification of manufactured Delta-8 and similar THC substances as controlled substances took effect. Possessing, manufacturing or delivering products containing manufactured Delta-8, Delta-10 and similar THC compounds can now lead to felony charges.
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Delta-8 and similar THC products can now bring felony charges in Texas. Here’s what SAPD and the Bexar County DA say

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By Joey Palacios Verified
| Texas Public Radio (San Antonio, TX) Verified
Sign up for TPR Today, Texas Public Radio's newsletter that brings our top stories to your inbox each morning. The patchwork of what is considered legal hemp in Texas became narrower Friday when the state’s classification of manufactured Delta-8 and similar THC substances as controlled substances took effect. Possessing, manufacturing or delivering products containing manufactured Delta-8, Delta-10 and similar THC compounds can now lead to felony charges.
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