BAC stands for blood alcohol concentration. It’s a measurement of how much alcohol is in your bloodstream and is expressed as milligrams of alcohol per milligrams of blood. A BAC test may reveal that you have an alcohol concentration of .10%, meaning that you have 1 part alcohol per 1,000 parts blood. Generally, the BAC percentage […]
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In any given year, over 1.5 million people in the United States are arrested for driving while under the influence. The risks of driving while under the influence are life-changing, with heavy legal consequences coming your way that could affect your finances, your career, or your freedom. What would you do if you found yourself in that […]
One of the biggest fears drivers have is being charged with a DWI. While most adults take precautions against this risk, mistakes happen — and you may find yourself facing this charge entirely by surprise. In the event that you are arrested for driving while intoxicated, there are several steps to take to ensure that […]
You always think you are not as intoxicated as you are, and after your second DWI, you were never going to let it happen again, but it did. You are facing your third DUI offense and are wondering what happens now. In Texas, a third offense DUI/DWI is a felony and can lead to time in […]
If there’s one good thing you could say about 2020, it’s that motor vehicle accidents dropped by a lot. Experts say pandemic-induced changes caused a massive decrease in auto traffic. Despite that, DUI and DWI arrests didn’t stop. In fact, arrests remained consistent with pre-pandemic levels. If you got arrested in Austin, then you’re likely investigating your legal options. You […]
Here are the facts…Driving under the influence is one of the top 5 reasons for arrests in the United States, and Texas ranks in the top 8 for criminal penalties. That is why you must know the facts about hiring a DWI lawyer in Austin before it is too late! Not all lawyers are created equally, and with […]
If you are lawfully arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) in Texas, law enforcement officials will ask you to take a blood, breath, or urine test to determine either your blood alcohol content (BAC) or the amount of drugs in your system. Unfortunately, if you refuse to submit to post-arrest chemical testing, you will face additional penalties. According to Texas’ […]
Getting a second DWI in Texas comes with a laundry list of problems, including the possibility of jail time. Repeat offenders enter serious new legal territory that should not be navigated alone. We will dive into exactly what to expect when receiving a second DWI charge in Texas and why you need an advocate on your side! Let’s […]
Were you recently charged with driving under the influence of alcohol? Do you find yourself stressed about what comes next? If so, then you need to search for and hire an Austin Texas DWI lawyer to represent you in your case. Doing so can ensure as smooth an experience as possible. They can help you […]
If you’re charged with driving while intoxicated in Texas, more often than not, the charge will be a misdemeanor that carries less severe penalties. However, there are certain situations and circumstances that can cause your DWI charge to be a felony, meaning you are faced with harsher penalties if you end up being convicted. Here […]