Category Archives: DWI defense attorney
Texas Implied Consent Law and Refusal of Blood Test Requests
Many people ask us about the consequences of refusal of blood test requests. Drivers who have been pulled over on suspicion of intoxicated driving often wonder: Am I required to take a blood test? In Texas, you have two options: either consent to a blood test or deny consent. If you choose to provide… Read More »
Sealing DWI Conviction Records in Texas: What You Need to Know
Many people ask us about sealing DWI conviction records in Texas. A criminal record can cause an individual a lot of problems. It could make it more challenging to pass a background check, get a job, or even get approved for a home loan or apartment. In the old days, a DWI conviction in… Read More »
Ways a DWI Conviction Can Impact Your Life
Drunk driving is the most common criminal offense in Texas and throughout the US, so many people who would otherwise never think of committing a crime find themselves facing DWI charges. Under the Texas statute on Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), there are two scenarios that could lead to an arrest: You were intoxicated… Read More »
What You Need to Know About Texas Drunk Driving Laws
Whether you were recently arrested for DWI, DUI or want to avoid charges, it is always helpful to know as much as you can about Texas drunk driving laws. You can be sure that law enforcement does, and they use their knowledge to crack down on offenders. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)… Read More »
DUI Treatment For First-Time Offenders What You Need to Know
Everybody knows it’s wrong to drink and drive. Not only is driving under the influence a crime, but it is also a grave threat to the safety of the driver and that of other people. While most first-time DUI offenses are categorized as misdemeanors, they can still carry with them severe short-term and long-term… Read More »
8 Steps To Take If Pulled Over For Drunk Driving In Galveston County
You are driving home after having dinner at a restaurant in Galveston County. You had a couple of drinks with dinner but you still think you are well below the legal limit. Nevertheless, as you make your way home you suddenly see the light and sirens of a police car behind you. Maybe you… Read More »
Do I Have to Take a Breathalyzer Test? An Overview of Texas Law
In Texas, it is unlawful to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 or higher. One of the common ways law enforcement officers measure a person’s blood-alcohol level is by administering a breathalyzer test. This raises an important question: Do I have to take a breath test? The short… Read More »
