In a DWI matter, after an officer stops and questions you, one of the next things they may do is ask you to step out of the vehicle for a pre-arrest screening. During this phase of the DWI investigation, the officer is trying to establish probable cause to arrest you for driving while intoxicated. Probable cause means […]
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Driving under the influence. It can be dangerous, and sometimes even fatal. People say it is something that needs to be controlled and contained, but more people fall victim to doing it in the Lone Star State than you may expect. In 2020, there were actually 6.3% more DWI-related fatalities in Texas than there were in 2019. […]
Police need to have probable cause to stop a driver. Let’s discuss what driving behaviors may lead police to pull you over for suspected DWI. CONTACT US 1. Swerving Alcohol makes your vision blurry, slows your reaction time, and weakens your motor functions. All of these effects can lead a driver to swerve on the road. […]
Did you know an average of 29 people die daily in the US due to drunk driving-related accidents? Well, this explains why driving under the influence is a serious offense in the country. If booked for a DUI offense, you are in hot water. Drunk driving has dire consequences, including hefty fines, community service, license suspension, and […]
Most people are aware that driving while intoxicated will result in state criminal DWI charges. But what many people might not realize is that the Federal Government can also prosecute a person accused of operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. The difference between a state DUI and a federal DUI is where […]
Did you know more than 1.5 million drivers are arrested annually for drunk driving in the US? If arrested for driving while intoxicated, it’s important to recognize you are in hot soup. To prevent the situation from worsening, a reputable DWI Austin Attorney is invaluable. Being arrested for DWI in Austin is a scary experience. If found […]
Driving under the influence (DUI) and driving while intoxicated (DWI) are both serious offenses, especially if it’s not your first one. If you are facing a third offense you need to know what to expect from here. This article will cover important information about the differences between a DUI and DWI as well the penalty […]
Driving when your blood alcohol concentration is at 0.08% is illegal in Texas. Being charged with a DUI can lead to numerous penalties, depending on how many offenses you may have. You can owe expensive fines, lose your license, and even face jail time. You may be wondering how exactly you could fight these charges. Hiring […]
You’ve received a DWI and aren’t sure what to do. Maybe you are wondering about the difference between a DUI and a DWI. It was only a few drinks, how bad could it be? Between 2009-2018 there were 13,592 people were killed in Texas as a result of a drunk driver. A DWI charge in Texas has […]
Police officers rely heavily on breath test results to charge drivers for driving while intoxicated. If you are pulled over and asked to participate in this test, you may be wondering if you have the right to refuse. Let’s go over implied consent in Texas and your rights when stopped by police. Implied Consent Every […]