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Marijuana Possession Arrest Rocks Dallas Mavericks' Season Start

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Brandon Williams, a Dallas Mavericks guard, was taken into custody at DFW Airport on Saturday for attempting to sneak 1.3 ounces of marijuana through security. According to an incident report, a TSA screener discovered a "green leafy substance that looked and smelled like marijuana" in Williams' suitcase. The substance tested positive for THC, leading to Williams' arrest on charges of knowingly possessing marijuana. Williams claimed that his boss had packed his bag, but the suitcase and container belonged to him.

Key Takeaways:

  • Brandon Williams, a Dallas Mavericks guard, was arrested at DFW Airport on Saturday for possession of 1.3 ounces of marijuana.
  • The substance was discovered in Williams' suitcase by a TSA screener and tested positive for THC.
  • Williams claimed that his boss had packed his bag, but the suitcase and container belonged to him.
  • Williams was charged with knowingly possessing marijuana, a Class B misdemeanor in Texas, punishable by a maximum 180-day jail term and a $2,000 fine.
  • Possessing two to four ounces of marijuana in Texas is punishable by a $4,000 fine and a one-year imprisonment.
  • The Mavericks organization has not issued a statement regarding Williams' arrest and his future with the team is uncertain.
  • Williams' absence from the squad adds to the tension on the Mavericks' shaky season start, with a 1-3 record and mounting worries about squad depth and discipline.
  • Williams has been averaging 6.3 points and 1.8 rebounds in restricted minutes, and his availability for future games is unknown.

Statistics:

  • 1.3 ounces of marijuana was discovered in Williams' suitcase.
  • The substance tested positive for THC.
  • Williams was charged with knowingly possessing marijuana, a Class B misdemeanor in Texas.
  • Possessing less than two ounces of marijuana is punishable by a maximum 180-day jail term and a $2,000 fine.
  • Possessing two to four ounces of marijuana is punishable by a $4,000 fine and a one-year imprisonment.

Sources:

  • Inclement weather, no date.
  • Ron Harrod Jr.
  • "BREAKING: Mavericks guard Brandon Williams was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana in the C terminal of DFW Airport on Saturday, according to an incident report obtained by @DLLS_Sports."
  • The Dallas Mavericks
  • The National Basketball Association (NBA)
  • Incident Report, DFW Airport Department of Public Safety.

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