An arrest for a DWI can happen to anyone. You may be pulled over after having a couple of drinks at a social or sporting event and suddenly find yourself facing DWI charges. This can be a terrifying experience, especially if you have no criminal record or have never...
DUI/DWI
Texas law enforcement looking for potential DWIs during holidays
Drinking and driving is a problem all year in the Lone Star State and law enforcement is constantly on the lookout for it. Drivers should know that during the holidays, extra patrols will be out. Given the potential penalties and long-term ramifications of a DWI...
How serious are Texas DWI penalties?
In Texas, we need a car if we just want to get home or go to work. However, this also means that we need a car for social events. And, sometimes, after these social events, a regrettable mistake or a temporary lapse in judgment leads us to get in the car after...
North Texas police begin “Saturation Saturday”
The organization known as “Mothers Against Drunk Driving” (MADD) is sponsoring an increased effort by North Texas police departments to detect and arrest persons suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol. The effort arises from the personal experience of...
What’s at risk if you’re convicted on drunk driving charges?
If you’ve been charged with a driving under the influence charge (DUI), you’re probably worried about what the future has in store for you. You’re concerned about the stigma attached to a drunk driving conviction and how it could affect your daily living. This is all...
Texas has one of the highest rates for DWI/DUI
Driving under the influence is one of the most common reasons people find themselves under arrest in Texas and across the United States. Often, these individuals are not accustomed to being in legal trouble and they are unsure of what the future holds. Common...
How to handle a traffic stop on allegations of drunk driving
Drinking is a normal part of life for many in Texas. We drink at happy hour, on holidays and at parties. However, even if we believe we are sober enough to drive safely, police will be on the lookout for motorists they suspect are driving while intoxicated. If you are...
An overview of DWI law in Texas
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is against the law. In Texas, a person is legally intoxicated when his or her blood alcohol concentration reaches 0.08%. Driving while intoxicated Intoxication occurs when a person’s mental or physical abilities are...