Hi, my name is Clo, and I’m facing serious criminal charges here in Texas. I was arrested in a tiny border town, my court date wont be set for 6-18 months, I never imagined I would be in this situation, but right now, I’m desperately trying to raise funds for a lawyer who can help me navigate through these tough times.

I’ve been charged with possession of THC oil, which in Texas is a HUGE deal.. this situation feels completely overwhelming. I know many people in Texas face harsh penalties when it comes to cannabis-related offenses, and the laws here are incredibly strict. I have no priors, so I'm hoping I'm able to fight to stay out of prison. I'm facing 2-20 years in state prison with penal codes.. This charge is threatening not only my future but my freedom, and I’m doing everything I can to fight it.

I’m asking for your support because I can’t do this alone. The cost of taking time away from work, my 11 pets, and a good lawyer / someone who has experience with these types of cases and can defend me properly, is well beyond my means. After looking into many options, I’ve realized I’ll need at least $30,000 to get the legal help necessary to give me a fair chance in court and hopefully keep me from going to jail, as well as to supplement the time I'm taking off work. Without the right representation, I’m at a huge disadvantage, and the outcome could have a devastating impact on my life. I was arrested in El Paso, which is just short of a 10 hour drive away from my home, and this fundraiser will also help with me having to travel to and from court over the next year. I have a lawyer on retainer, but just for my plea, it's going to cost $30,000, and if I have to go to trial it will go up from there. With that being said, I do have a bit of time to prepare financially and emotionally.

But this situation has still taken a toll on me. Taking countless hours off work has been hard, but I know I have to keep my head up. I’ve been trying to stay positive, but the weight of the legal fees, the potential jail time, and the uncertainty of the future is incredibly hard to carry. I never expected to find myself in a place where I would need to ask for help from strangers, but here I am, humbling myself to ask for your generosity.

If you can donate anything—no matter how small—it will mean the world to me. I am deeply grateful for every bit of support, whether it’s financial or simply sharing my story with others. The kindness of people like you is what gives me hope that I can get through this and rebuild my life. I truly believe that with the right legal defense, I have a fighting chance to move forward from this and avoid a future behind bars.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time to read my story. Your support will make a difference.

With gratitude,

Clo