Category Archives: DWI

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 […]

DWI Background Check: Can an Employer Refuse to Hire Someone Based on a Previous DWI?

DWI Background Check Can an Employer Refuse to Hire Someone Based on a Previous DWI

Did you know that the average drink driver has driven under the influence over 80 times before? That’s a crazy amount! So, the likelihood of eventually acquiring a DWI is pretty high. If you’ve fallen foul to this, you’re probably wondering how this affects your employment prospects, starting with the legality of potential employers undertaking a DWI […]

10 Things You Need to Know If You’re Charged with a DWI in Austin

10 Things You Need to Know If You’re Charged with a DWI in Austin

Over the 2017 Christmas/New Year’s holidays, in 7 days, Austin police brought in over 200 DWI arrests. More than 20 of those had at least two prior convictions. Though no two arrests are the same, they all have something in common. A DWI charge put their life in someone else’s hands. Family and friends who depend on […]

What Happens if I Have Multiple DWI Charges on My Record?

What Happens if I Have Multiple DWI Charges on My Record

According to the CDC, every day in the United States, 29 people are killed in motor vehicle crashes due to an alcohol-impaired driver. That comes out to just over one death an hour. DWI is a serious problem in this country and states like Texas are taking it seriously. If you have multiple DWI charges, you could […]

What to Expect on Your First Meeting with a DWI attorney in Austin

What to Expect on Your First Meeting with a DWI attorney in Austin

Everyone is guilty of making poor decisions from time to time. If you’ve been charged with a DWI, you probably already realize that driving while intoxicated is never a good idea. But, unfortunately, we don’t always make our right decisions after a few rounds of cocktails. According to Psychology Today, there’s a scientific reason why we […]

Could A DWI Charge Affect Child Custody?

Could A DWI Charge Affect Child Custody

Texas has strict DWI (driving while intoxicated) laws. Therefore, even a first offense DWI has severe consequences. Are you currently in a child custody battle? If you’ve had a DWI, this can affect your child custody case. When the courts decide the best parent for custody, they will look at your past criminal record. They […]

Your Guide to Texas DWI Penalties

Your Guide to Texas DWI Penalties

Getting behind the wheel after you’ve been drinking can turn your whole life around. It’s a one-way ticket to trouble for you, and it can end up bringing other people down along the way. Driving under the influence puts everyone on the road at risk. As easy as this may be to understand, many people still choose […]

Prescription Drug DWI: What You Need To Know

Prescription Drug DWI What You Need To Know

It is a well-known fact that driving while under the influence of alcohol puts you at risk for being charged with DWI, or Driving While Intoxicated. But did you know that if you take a prescription medication which affects your perception and coordination, you could be arrested on the same charge? Prescription DWI carries the […]

5 Important Questions to Ask Your DUI Lawyer in Austin

5 Important Questions to Ask Your DUI Lawyer in Austin

If you’ve been caught and charged with driving under in the influence (DUI) in Austin, Texas, you need to look into hiring a lawyer immediately. With DUI charges, the penalties are severe. If convicted, you’re looking at both criminal and administrative penalties. What that means is that you will face fines, possibly jail time as well […]