DWI Blogs

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,

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,

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,

CAN THE POLICE FORCE ME TO DO THE FIELD SOBRIETY TESTS

YOU NEVER HAVE TO DO ANY FIELD SOBRIETY TESTS JUST BECAUSE A COP REQUESTS THEM. You just left a restaurant after having dinner and drinks with friends. On your way home, you get stopped for a minor traffic violation. The officer smells alcohol on your ...
Oct 16, 2016DWI, Field Sobriety Tests,

DID YOU KNOW THAT DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED DOES NOT REQUIRE DRIVING.

NO DOUBT YOU WONDER WHAT THAT MEANS? READ ON IF YOU WANT THE ANSWER. YOU CAN GET ARRESTED FOR DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED EVEN WHEN YOU’RE NOT DRIVING. AS STRANGE AS IT SOUNDS, IT’S TRUE. The law actually states operating a motor vehicle while ...
Oct 15, 2016DWI,

WHAT DOES A 2ND DWI MEAN FOR ME?

Like most states, Texas has increased penalties for drivers arrested and convicted of multiple DWI offenses. The repercussions include increased jail time, steep fines, and financial penalties to retain one’s driver’s license. Texas has an ...
Oct 12, 2016DWI,