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Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Johnny Jolly could face up to 20 years in prison and a $10,000 fine if convicted of a felony drug possession charge in Texas.
Jolly, 25, was arrested July 8 in Houston for possessing at least 200 grams of codeine, according to a criminal complaint filed by the Harris County District Attorney's Office. He was freed July 9 after posting $10,000 bail, according to court records.
He is scheduled to be back in court for a July 22 arraignment.
It is not known if prosecutors will pursue charges of intent to distribute the drug. The charge could change after a grand jury decides whether there is probable cause to go forward in the case, said Donna Hawkins, a Harris County assistant district attorney.
Grand juries generally hear evidence within 90 days of filed charges, Hawkins said Monday.
At the July 22 arraignment, Jolly's attorney, Brian Overstreet, will have a chance to look over the charge and meet with prosecutors.
Overstreet could not be reached for comment Monday.
The Packers are scheduled to report for training camp on July 27.
If convicted on a drug charge, Jolly could be subject to discipline under the NFL's personal conduct and/or substance-abuse policies.