Author Archives: Deandra Grant

How to Choose the Right Austin Attorney to Handle Your Criminal Case

How to Choose the Right Austin Attorney to Handle Your Criminal Case

Did you know that filing for criminal defendants in the U.S. rose 8% to 81,553? Are you currently looking to have an experienced attorney handle your criminal case? This article will pinpoint how exactly to choose the right Austin attorney. Read on to discover these key points and what exactly to look for to make sure you’re […]

What to Expect When Charged With Your First DWI in Texas

What to Expect When Charged With Your First DWI in Texas

In 2016, over 1 million drivers were arrested for driving with alcohol or narcotics in their system. These arrests are classified as driving under the influence, otherwise known as DWI. And while they don’t always result in jail time, they almost always carry serious consequences. If you’ve just received your first DWI in Texas, you should understand […]

What to Look for When Choosing an Austin Criminal Lawyer

What to Look for When Choosing an Austin Criminal Lawyer

The number of active lawyers in the country has increased by 15.2% over the past decade. With so many lawyers available to make your case, you need to know how to find the one who can help. Otherwise, you might end up with a lawyer who loses your case, leaving you locked behind bars. Searching for an experienced Austin […]

How Criminal Court Works: 10 Things You Need to Know

How Criminal Court Works 10 Things You Need to Know

Over the past 10 years, the amount of criminal court caseloads has decreased by 2%. In 2016, a reported 17.8 million cases went to criminal court at the state level. The National Center for State Courts has collected data on court statistics. Its research shows that Texas accounted for over 2 million of the incoming criminal court cases. If you […]

Reckless Driving vs DUI: What’s the Difference?

Reckless Driving vs DUI: What’s the Difference?

Every year in Texas, there are over 6,000 car crashes involving DUI for drugs and alcohol.  If you’re charged with DWI in Texas, you can expect to face stiff penalties. In some cases, the charge of DWI gets pled down to reckless driving. Comparing reckless driving vs DUI will give us some insight into what each charge […]

Mistakes Police Make in DWI Arrests: What Offenders Need to Know

Mistakes Police Make in DWI Arrests What Offenders Need to Know

So you got a DWI after driving home from a New Year’s party. You probably aren’t alone, considering that Austin, Texas sees a rate of 5,000 to 6,000 DWI arrests per year. Still, you’re probably wondering: now what? It’s time to seek out a DWI attorney and make sure your arrest was lawful. That’s right: DWI arrests […]

Everything You Need to Know About a DWI in 2020

Everything You Need to Know About a DWI in 2020

In 2016 alone, there were over 1,000,000 drivers who were arrested because of driving under the influence of alcohol or other substances. That does seem like a lot of people but it’s only a small fraction of the total population who has admitted to driving after a few drinks. The fact of the matter is that a […]

How to Handle a DWI Arrest

You’re pulled over on the side of the road. The lights are blaring in your rearview window like 4th of July fireworks. A police officer approaches and asks how much you’ve had to drink tonight. It seems the situation is about to escalate, no matter what you say. So how do you handle a DWI arrest? Be Polite Never escalate the situation or get into a shouting match with a police officer. It will only increase the likelihood of arrest. Instead, you should comply with the officer to a point. You should provide your license and registration. You should step out of the car if they ask. Be Firm By driving a car, you give “implied consent.” This means that by driving a car, you agree to a breathalyzer test. However, that only applies after an arrest. Moreover, field breathalyzer tests are not admissible evidence in Texas court. That means the only number that matters is the station’s breathalyzer and a blood test obtained with a warrant. Additionally, Texas law does not require that you submit to a field sobriety test. The officer will not ask if you consent to a field sobriety test; they will start by giving instructions. You don’t have to follow these instructions. You can refuse these without fear of repercussions, no matter what the police say. Be Quiet If the situation escalates to an arrest, request an attorney and then remain silent. When you get to the police station, you will be required to blow into the breathalyzer. You cannot refuse this without taking additional charges. You have the right to refuse the blood test until the police present you with a warrant. If police try to question you, don’t panic. Politely and clearly request an attorney, and the questioning will stop immediately. If you were charged with driving under the influence, you may want legal representation. If you’d like an experienced Dallas DWI attorney from Deandra Grant Law to evaluate your case, please send us an email or call (214) 225-7117.

You’re pulled over on the side of the road. The lights are blaring in your rearview window like 4th of July fireworks. A police officer approaches and asks how much you’ve had to drink tonight. It seems the situation is about to escalate, no matter what you say. So how do you handle a DWI arrest? […]

Ask an Austin DWI Lawyer: How Many Drinks Does It Take to Get a 0.08% BAC?

Ask an Austin DWI Lawyer How Many Drinks Does It Take to Get a 0.08% BAC

In Texas, the blood alcohol level limit for Driving While Intoxicated is 0.08 BAC. How many drinks will take you over that limit? There isn’t a set formula to make a certain guess of your blood alcohol content. This number may vary from person to person. Two people might consume the same drinks and not have […]