Category Archives: DWI

What to do when stopped by the police for DWI in Harris County

What to do when stopped by the police for DWI in Harris County

El condado de Harris, Texas, es el condado número 1 en todo Estados Unidos en arrestos por DWI. Se arresta a más personas en Houston y el condado de Harris que en cualquier otro condado. Le puede pasar a cualquiera. Sucede a diario, a personas como tú y como yo. Las personas que ni siquiera […]

After Your DWI Arrest – Tip #1

After Your DWI Arrest - Tip #1

Make sure the address on your driver’s license is correct and check your mail regularly for letters from DPS. The Department of Public Safety mails letters to the address they have on file. If you have moved or don’t frequently check your mail, you may miss time-sensitive letters regarding your right to challenge the suspension […]

Integrated Forensic Laboratories: Who’s on First?

Who's on first

Dealing with Integrated Forensic Laboratories (IFL) and the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office recently regarding lab reports bearing the name of former IFL lab tech Elizabeth Feller has turned into an Abbott and Costello skit. IFL has quite the knack for hiring laboratory personnel with questionable work histories.One only needs to Google the term “Cherie […]

Will a DWI Cause Me to Lose My License?

Will a DWI Cause Me to Lose My License

There are three different instances where your driving privileges may be revoked during the DWI process. Two of those times do not even involve a conviction for the crime! The second you have been arrested for DWI, you need to take a defensive stance to ensure that you do not lose these important driving privileges. Depending […]

Will I Be Required to Install an Ignition Interlock Device?

Will I Be Required to Install an Ignition Interlock Device?

Lawmakers nationwide have spent significant investments in the past couple of years to crack down on incidents of drunk driving. One methods that has been used and shown to effectively prevent drivers from getting behind the wheel impaired is installing ignition interlock devices (IID). These work similar to breathalyzers, preventing a car from starting if […]

What is an Aggravated DWI?

What is an Aggravated DWI

Typical DWI charges carry strict penalties. However, the presence of certain aggravating factors can make the punishments even greater. While a blood alcohol content of .08% can get you arrested for drunk driving, an aggravated DWI charge can result from having a blood alcohol of 0.16% and is typically charged as a felony. This will easy carry […]