Over 900 people were killed by drunk driving in Texas in 2021. It’s a dangerous thing to do. But, what qualifies as drunk driving? And what happens if you get caught driving under the influence? Let’s go through the consequences of impaired driving in Texas. Texas Drunk Driving Laws In Texas, a DWI refers to driving […]
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A DWI charge can flip your life upside down. It can cost you a lot of money in fines and legal fees as well as make your life a lot more convenient. Every year, there are about 1.5 million Americans that get arrested for driving under the influence. If you are one of those Americans, you may […]
Did you know that Texas has one of the highest amounts of annual alcohol-related fatalities due to drunk driving? There are about 1,677 fatalities yearly because of drunk driving. If you have found yourself in a drunk driving accident and were hit by a drunk driver, you may be trying to figure out what’s next. There are […]
In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of our lives. While it has numerous benefits, it can also have a significant impact on criminal cases, particularly in Texas. In this blog post, we will discuss how to protect your criminal case from social media mishaps in Texas. Understand the Legal Implications […]
Burglary and robbery are commonly used interchangeably, but they hold distinct legal definitions and have significant consequences under the law. Burglary is the unlawful entry into a building or structure with the intent to commit a felony or theft. It requires the act of entering and the presence of intent, and the type of building or structure involved is […]
Deandra Grant, the Managing Partner at Deandra Grant Law, has been featured in Dallas Modern Luxury’s 2023 list of Power Players. This feature story highlights her success as an attorney and her life outside of the office. The profile delves into how she first came to love the legal profession, the growth of Deandra Grant Law, […]
About 36 people in the US die in drunk-driving accidents each year. Within a single year, 13,384 died in alcohol-impaired driving accidents. If you were recently charged with a DWI, you need an experienced lawyer at your side. However, these common mistakes with hiring DWI lawyers could leave you with someone lacking the experience you need. Use […]
Are some car models statistically more likely to be stopped for a DWI investigation that others? According to insurance statistics, the following car models had the most DWI’s in 2022 (in order): Acura NSX Chevrolet Astro Audi A4 allroad Nissan NV GMC Suburban Cadillac Seville Chevrolet Caprice Audi A5 Toyota Landcruiser Buick Lucerne It’s important […]
A DWI is taken very seriously in Texas, and a conviction can result in severe penalties. Depending on the facts, such as the driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level, prior convictions, or other aggravating factors, a person convicted of driving while intoxicated could face jail or even prison time. In some cases, it might be possible to avoid […]
Close to 90,000 DWI charges were reported in Texas in 2021, up from 83,000 in 2020. A person is deemed legally intoxicated in the state when their blood alcohol concentration is 0.08% or higher, though they are breaking the law as soon as alcohol or drugs affect their ability to drive. The specific penalties for a DWI vary depending […]