Do you have to weed on your person be arrested Texas?

It depends on the amount of marijuana you have on your person. Possession of small amounts of marijuana (generally less than two ounces) is considered a misdemeanor in Texas, punishable by up to 180 days in jail, a fine of up to $2,000, and a possible six-month suspension of your driver's license. If you are caught with larger amounts of marijuana (two ounces or more), you could be charged with a felony, which carries much harsher penalties, including: Up to two years in jail if charged with possession of four ounces or less.