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. […]
Category Archives: DWI
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 […]
http://www.click2houston.com/news/houston-police-officer-arrested-for-dwi-police-say People sometimes ask me why I do what I do, why I practice the type of law I do, and why I represent the people that I do. “How can you defend people who are arrested for DWI?” I get that question a lot. Family members, friends, fellow attorneys. In short, the answer is […]
Roy (not his real name) was diagnosed with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), ADHD, severe anxiety disorder and panic attacks. He was on a regimen of Adderall and a small amount of Klonopin at 6 am and 2 pm each day. These 2 drugs operate on different portions of the brain and are metabolized by different […]
People ask me all the time whether it’s possible to be charged with a DWI if you have not been drinking. The short answer is YES!! You can still be arrested, charged, and prosecuted for DWI even if there is not a drop of alcohol in your system. Texas law allows for a person to […]
What do you do when the Police say you consented to something, but you do not remember doing so or expressly remember not giving consent? How does someone fight what the police are calling “consent” in a criminal case? This situation happened recently with one of our firm’s clients. “Jake” was arrested by the Harris County […]