Being convicted of a DWI can have severe ramifications in your life. Not only may a court order you to incarceration and/or fines, but you will also have a mark on your criminal record. Now, the word “mark” may make it seem like a small thing, but it is far from that. Criminal proceedings, from an […]
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You know you need to hire an attorney to help you win your case in court, but that doesn’t mean you should just pick the cheapest option you can find. Price often reflects quality. If an attorney isn’t charging much for their services, they probably don’t have a lot of experience. And this can hurt you rather […]
The state of Texas takes driving while intoxicated seriously. While there are programs available designed to prevent a first DWI from becoming a repeat offense, the government does crack down hard on second and third offenses. In Texas, you may be charged with a DWI when you have a blood or breath alcohol concentration of […]
Every year, more than 1 million American drivers are arrested for driving while under the influence. But while DUI arrests are far from uncommon, if you are arrested while driving drunk, it certainly won’t feel ‘routine.’ Instead, your life may be turned down instantly. You could lose your job, face jail time and hefty fines, and more. […]
Being pulled over can be nerve-racking. But what if during the stop, you notice the officer’s gazed fixed on something in your front passenger seat? You look over to see a bottle sitting there. Your anxiety could increase considerably. You know drinking and driving is illegal, which you weren’t doing. Still, you might wonder what […]
In Texas, you commit a DWI when you operate a motor vehicle with an alcohol concentration of .08 or higher or when your normal faculties are impaired because you consumed alcohol and/or drugs. This is a serious charge, and the conviction penalties are steep. If a judge or jury finds you guilty, the court can sentence you […]
Almost 30 people die in an alcohol-related crash every single day. That’s about one death every 50 minutes. Meanwhile, the annual cost of these crashes has now exceeded over $44 billion. If you were caught driving while intoxicated (DWI), you might have to deal with serious legal consequences. What is a DWI and how could it impact your […]
If you’ve been pulled over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated or for any other alleged offense, the officer might ask to search your vehicle. Any encounter with law enforcement can be intimidating, and you may feel obligated to comply with their requests. They are, after all, in a position of authority, and you are […]
Over 1.4 million adults in the US are arrested for drunk driving every year. So if you’ve been charged with drink driving you’re in good company. However, if you want to avoid the penalty of up to 60 days in prison along with a fine and driving ban, you need to know the best DUI defense around. In […]
Many people think domestic abuse has to involve violence. While violence is a part of many abusive relationships, there are many different types of abuse you can experience. Whether violent, emotional or otherwise, being in an abusive relationship affects your self-esteem and causes trauma that can take years to recover from. Fortunately, there are several early signs […]