When quick-result alcohol breath tests became popular, it seemed like they were a slam dunk for drunk driving cases. The machines can detect the presence of alcohol in your breath and use that to calculate your blood alcohol content. But, breathalyzers are far from...
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Factors that can make DWI charges more severe
In Texas, a drinking and driving charge is serious enough on its own. Then there are the add-ons and related charges that can make the penalties you face even stronger. Without adequate legal defense, you could face huge fines, the loss of your driver's license, and...
Is a failed field sobriety test enough to convict you?
Texas law enforcement rely on field sobriety tests to make DUI arrests. A field sobriety test result may feel like condemning evidence. But is it enough to convict you of DUI? Today we will answer this question. We will look at whether a court can use field sobriety...
Drunk driving penalty contributes to distracted driving
The laws in Texas concerning drunk driving are tough indeed. A person convicted of a driving while intoxicated offense might find themselves forced to pay high fines and court fees, spend time in jail, attend substance treatment programs, or even lose the right to...
What is an administrative license suspension hearing?
The Administrative Licence Suspension (ALS) hearing happens in an administrative court in front of an administrative judge. This is a less formal court system than in the criminal case. You have a lot of constitutional rights and procedures that have to be followed in...
Is DWI a Texas felony?
Being pulled over for a DWI charge is a big deal in any jurisdiction, but it is important to understand how the charges differ between states. While most people realize that a DWI is not something that they want on their records, many do not understand the specifics...
First-time DWI defendants may now have an option to defer charges
Texas motorists faced with a driving while intoxicated offense for the first time may now have a chance of having their charge deferred. As reported by KCBD News, a new DWI law that went into effect on September 1 enables a judge to grant a deferred adjudication. This...
What are the penalties for DWI in Texas?
Being charged with a DWI is a serious offense in any state, but it is important to know the specific consequences for Texas. The consequences for being pulled over and charged with DWI depend on many factors, including how many times the driver has offended, whether...
Texas penalties for DWI
When a law enforcement officer stops you in Texas for the suspicion of driving while intoxicated, you could be subject to jail time, fines and other penalties if you receive a conviction. These consequences vary based on the incident in question and whether you have...
How are underage DUIs treated?
In Texas, there is a strict enforcement of the legal drinking age. This means you could potentially get into some big trouble if you are caught driving while under the influence without being twenty-one years old yet. Zero tolerance policies and laws are in place to...
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