According to the laws of many states, a driver has to give consent before taking a breathalyzer test when asked to do so by a police officer. The choice to take the test or not can be a difficult one depending on an individual circumstance. You can decline to take the test, but will it […]
Category Archives: DWI
Did you know that in 2015, more than 1.1 million drivers were charged with a DUI? Getting behind the wheel of a car while under the influence is a dangerous decision. Not only do you risk injuring someone else, you also risk your own life. If you’re caught driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you’ll […]
A charge of Driving under the influence (DUI) carries heavy penalties in any state. In Texas, a first offense DUI charge will vary according to the circumstance. Those circumstances impact your driving record and drivers license status. Criminal Charges for a First Offense DUI A first offense DUI in Texas may be a misdemeanor. That does […]
DUI arrests are an unfortunate, but very real, fact of life. And although there is quite a stigma attached to those who are arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the truth is that it can happen to anyone who drinks. For this reason, it’s very important to educate yourself on what to do […]
There is a lot of confusion about DWI (driving while intoxicated) versus a DUI (driving under the influence). Put simply, both refer to operating a vehicle without normal mental or physical functionality due to drugs or alcohol. These two sound similar but have differences and have a huge impact on the outcome of when facing the judge. […]
We all make bad decisions in life. And sadly, we have to deal with the consequences of those actions. In 2013, over 28 million people admitted to driving while under the influence of alcohol. In perspective, this number is larger than the population of Texas. If you’ve recently been arrested for a DWI, you’ll need legal […]
Did you know that DUI Arrests in Austin only have a conviction rate of about 64%? So, just because you were pulled over and blew over the legal limit, doesn’t mean your life is over. It can be an incredibly intimidating experience. And it can be embarrassing, particularly as people drive by while you’re trying to perform […]
Tom (not client’s real name) had worked a full day and was taking a friend home that evening when he was pulled over for his tail light not working properly. The short video of Tom driving before the stop showed no traffic violations. Tom used his turn signals and stopped safely. However, the police officer […]
The new “2nd Chance” DWI non-disclosure law will take effect 9/1/17. It will allow those with DWI first offense convictions to have their records sealed if they meet certain requirements. If you have been convicted of DWI first offense in Texas, please contact our office to find out if you are eligible to file a Petition […]
http://www.chron.com/news/article/Montgomery-County-Sheriff-s-deputy-arrested-on-11165056.php Well, here we go again. Another Law Enforcement Officer arrested and charged with DWI, this time out of Montgomery County. At least the Defendant in this case was off-duty at the time of his arrest. Expect a letter of resignation or an official termination to come soon if indeed Deputy Flynn is convicted of […]