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...
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What should I know about Texas felonies?
No matter what kind of crime you are being accused of in Texas, it is a very serious manner. People are aware that crime is typically categorized into two separate titles, depending on how serious the crime in question is. These titles are “misdemeanor” and “felony.”...
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...
Can a DWI sink your scholarships?
As a resident of Texas who has recently been accepted into college but is relying on financial aid, you may want to look into the potential repercussions that a DWI-related conviction may have on these matters. Unfortunately, if you are facing a conviction, you could...
Statistics highlight those vulnerable to wrongful convictions
Once a person is convicted and sentenced for a crime in Texas, they are often forgotten by the public and locked up with the symbolic key thrown away. According to The National Registry of Exonerations, 2,496 of those people have been exonerated for crimes they did...
What is drug court and is it an option in Texas?
Drug addiction in Texas can make even the most honest person turn to dishonest and even illegal tactics to get what they need. Often, the person ends up accused of a crime and may spend time in jail or prison for the crime. While they must go cold turkey and cannot...
Constructive possession and circumstantial evidence
If Texas law enforcement officers charge a person with a drug crime, the prosecutor must be able to prove in court that the controlled substances the officers found belonged to the defendant. Proving that the person possessed the drugs may not be difficult if an...
What is the Criminal Diversion Program for first-time offenders?
Applications are being accepted from first-time offenders in Texas who are willing to complete the Criminal Diversion Program as a step toward having their charges dismissed. NBC 5 reports on the fresh start program that Collin County offers as an option for...
The effects of collateral consequences
If you find yourself facing minor criminal charges in Texas, you may believe that a conviction does not affect the rest of your life. After all, it is only a misdemeanor. How much does it actually mean? It may be surprising to find that it could change the entire...
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