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.

POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA IN TEXAS

In Texas, drug paraphernalia is any item that can be used to consume, package, or process an illegal drug. Although drug paraphernalia can include common items found around the house or obtained legally at places like “Smoke Shops,” just ...
Jan 21, 2020Drug Charges,

WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE ACCUSED OF A FELONY

A felony is the most serious category of crime and being convicted could mean facing jail time, heavy fines and penalties that will likely affect you for the rest of your life. In Texas, a felony carries a minimum of 180 days in jail and the most egregious ...
Jan 7, 2020Criminal Defense,

WHAT ARE MY RIGHTS AFTER BEING ARRESTED?

Being arrested by Texas police can be a traumatic experience. Nobody wants to be brought to jail and have their freedom taken away. However, if you are arrested for a crime it is very important that you understand you have rights, and that the Constitution ...
Dec 24, 2019Criminal Defense,

HOW LONG WILL MY DWI STAY ON MY DRIVING RECORD?

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) in Texas is a serious offense. Not only does it carry harsh penalties such as the loss of license, heavy fines, and possible jail time, in most cases, if you are convicted of DWI in Texas it will stay on your record forever. ...
Dec 10, 2019DWI,

HOW DOES A DWI AFFECT MY CAR INSURANCE?

Every year thousands of Americans are injured or killed in automobile accidents caused by drunk drivers. Because the consequences of drunk driving are tragic, most states have harsh penalties for people who are found to be intoxicated behind the wheel. ...
Nov 26, 2019DWI,

WHAT IS AN IGNITION INTERLOCK IN TEXAS?

If you have been convicted of DWI in Texas, you will likely have to have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in your vehicle. This device effectively functions as a breathalyzer, detecting whether or not you have alcohol in your system before ...
Nov 12, 2019DWI,

POSSIBLE CHARGES IF YOUR DWI LEADS TO SOMEONE'S DEATH

If you have been charged with DWI involving someone’s death, it is imperative to seek immediate legal counsel. Texas is tough on drunk driving to begin with, but penalties for DWI leading to death can be particularly devastating. As with most criminal ...
Oct 29, 2019DWI,

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BEING ARRESTED VS. DETENTION?

Being detained by police does not necessarily result in being placed under arrest. This is important because there is a significant distinction between the two, especially with regard to your rights. Knowing the difference between detention and arrest ...
Oct 15, 2019Criminal Defense,

IS IT LEGAL TO STOP AND FRISK IN TEXAS?

Before we discuss the legality of stop and frisk in Texas, it’s important to understand what stop and frisk actually means. A frisk occurs when a police officer pats down an individual’s outer clothing in search of a weapon. To get to this ...
Oct 1, 2019Criminal Defense,

WHAT IS HOUSTON DWI PROBATION?

Depending on the circumstances of your DWI offense, you may qualify for DWI Probation in Houston. First offenders are frequently given this type of probation, as long as their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) was not greater than 0.15 percent. However, ...
Sep 17, 2019DWI,