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.

WHAT IS A TYPICAL 1ST DWI SENTENCE IN TEXAS?

Sentences for first-time DWI offenses in Texas can vary widely depending on several factors, such as the defendant’s BAC (blood or breath alcohol concentration) level, whether anyone was injured or killed in an accident, and whether a child was ...
Oct 4, 2018DWI,

PUNISHMENT FOR DIFFERENT TYPES OF DWIS

PUNISHMENT FOR DIFFERENT TYPES OF DWIS In Texas, every offense for driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a serious matter. Even a first-time conviction may result in thousands of dollars in fines.A drunk driving arrest is not only expensive, it can be time-consuming ...
Sep 27, 2018DWI,

CAN I BE CONVICTED WITHOUT A BLOOD OR BREATHALYZER TEST?

CAN I BE CONVICTED WITHOUT A BLOOD OR BREATHALYZER TEST? Drunk driving is a common criminal charge, but there are a lot of misconceptions about it. Some drivers believe they absolutely have to give a blood specimen or take a breathalyzer test when arrested. ...
Sep 20, 2018DWI,

WHAT IS A DWI IN TEXAS?

WHAT IS A DWI IN TEXAS? In Texas, a DWI is Driving While Intoxicated and it is the legal term for drunk driving or driving while on drugs. It’s easier than one might think to be arrested for drunk driving. A few drinks with a friend, stopping by ...
Sep 19, 2018DWI,

UNDER 21 1ST OFFENSE DUI, WHAT HAPPENS NOW?

Texas is one of many states with a zero tolerance policy on drinking and driving by minors (persons under 21) with penalties similar to those faced by adults (persons 21 or older). While adults may have the luxury of having an allowable amount of alcohol ...
Dec 22, 2016DWI,

FIRST OFFENDER OF DRUG POSSESSION- WHAT STEPS SHOULD I TAKE?

When someone is arrested for possession of a controlled dangerous substance (CDS), the stakes can often be quite high, even for first time offenders. While most first time offenders may think they can expect a light sentence, the truth is that Texas’ ...
Dec 16, 2016Criminal Records, Drug Charges,

TEXAS DWI MYTHS

Unless someone has been been charged with a DWI offense in the past, spoken to a DWI lawyer , and been to court, he or she will probably have a variety of misconceived notions about how a DWI works. While every situation is different and DWI offenders ...
Dec 10, 2016DWI,

WHAT ARE MY RIGHTS IF ARRESTED FOR DWI IN TEXAS?

If you are arrested for DWI in Texas, you should know you have certain legal rights afforded by the federal and state Constitution that protect you against self-incrimination. Often times, police officers making DWI stops are able to legally coerce most ...
Dec 2, 2016Criminal Defense,

SHOPLIFTING: 10 THINGS YOU SHOULD NEVER DO IF ACCUSED OF SHOPLIFTING

1 Never argue with store employees if stopped while leaving the store. If it’s a mistake just show them the receipt and go on your way. If they persist in keeping you there, don’t resist. This will only make things worse for you. 2 Don’t ...
Oct 31, 2016Criminal Defense,

TYPICAL SENTENCING FOR DWI WITHOUT A LICENSE

If you are caught driving without a driver’s license in Texas, the penalties can range from mild to severe, depending on the circumstances of the case. What can exacerbate the situation even more is if the offense takes place in conjunction with ...
Oct 17, 2016DWI,