ANDREW WILLIAMS ATTORNEY BLOGS

I am a criminal defense lawyer with over 30 years experience defending people accused of wrongdoing. I am board certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Only ten percent of attorneys in Texas are board certified in their respective field. I practice criminal law exclusively in both state and federal court including appeals of criminal cases.

CAN YOU BE SEARCHED AND ARRESTED FOR A TRAFFIC INFRACTION?

As Americans, we consider the Constitution of the United States to be one of the most precious documents as it was created to protect our rights and freedoms. Included in the Constitution is the Fourth Amendment , the right to be free from unreasonable ...
Aug 2, 2016Criminal Defense,

WHAT TO DO AFTER BEING ARRESTED FOR DRINKING AND DRIVING

The moments after being arrested for DWI in Texas can be some of the most tense, frantic, and uneasy of a person’s life. After all, no one plans on being pulled over by police and subjected to intense questioning and a field sobriety test and then ...
Jul 19, 2016Drug Charges, DWI,

EXPUNGING A DWI IN TEXAS

Following an arrest for driving while intoxicated (DWI), the chief concern for most individuals apart from how they will get bailed out of jail, is what repercussions the arrest and possible conviction may have on their life. Many offenders end up taking ...
Jul 5, 2016DWI,

HOW TO AVOID AN ARREST WARRANT

What is a warrant? Where does it come from? And what can you do about it? A warrant is a written document signed by a judge ordering the police to arrest you. A warrant allows a police officer to take you into custody regardless of time and place. Make ...
Jun 24, 2016Criminal Defense,

DUIS: IS IT WORTH REFUSING A BREATH TEST?

Being pulled over after having a few drinks can be an especially precarious situation for drivers. Wondering weather or not they may be arrested and go to jail, lose their license, and carry a criminal record for the rest of their lives may cause panic. ...
Jun 21, 2016DWI,

HOW COMMON IS A DWI? DWI STATISTICS YOU MAY NOT KNOW

Getting pulled over and arrested for driving under the influence can trigger a lot of emotions. Many people experience a lot of worry, while others feel shame or similar emotions. Although a DWI charge is never something that should be taken lightly, ...
Jun 2, 2016DWI,

CAN YOU GET A DWI FOR PRESCRIPTION DRUGS?

When people think about anything related to driving while intoxicated, their thoughts are generally centered around alcohol. The reason there is such a close association between DWI charges and alcohol is the majority of cases do involve this specific ...
May 19, 2016DWI,

SHOULD YOU ACCEPT A DWI PLEA BARGAIN?

In Texas, driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a serious offense. Even first time offenses carry sentences encompassing minimum jail terms and possible financial penalties. Subsequent offences can result in even more serious repercussions. If you were ...
Apr 27, 2016DWI,

WHEN IS A DWI A FELONY?

In Texas, driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a serious charge. Drivers convicted of DWI face mandatory fines and jail terms , as well as revocation of their license. Even first time offenders are subject to state mandated mandatory minimum sentencing. ...
Apr 6, 2016Criminal Defense, DWI,

DO YOU NEED AN ATTORNEY FOR A RESTRAINING ORDER?

All of us have a legal right to lives our lives free of abuse and undue harm from others. Spouses, children, and private citizens should not have to bear the malicious maltreatment from family, neighbors, co-workers or anyone else who crosses their path. ...
Apr 1, 2016Criminal Defense,