Texas DWI & Criminal Defense Blog
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After being arrested, booked, and arraigned for the misdemeanor crime of trespassing, a North Texas man spent more than 200 days in jail without ever getting a trial. This seven month period was more than the law even allows for a misdemeanor offender to be sentenced for this type of crime. How did this happen? […]
There are three different instances where your driving privileges may be revoked during the DWI process. Two of those times do not even involve a conviction for the crime! The second you have been arrested for DWI, you need to take a defensive stance to ensure that you do not lose these important driving privileges. Depending […]
Lawmakers nationwide have spent significant investments in the past couple of years to crack down on incidents of drunk driving. One methods that has been used and shown to effectively prevent drivers from getting behind the wheel impaired is installing ignition interlock devices (IID). These work similar to breathalyzers, preventing a car from starting if […]
Typical DWI charges carry strict penalties. However, the presence of certain aggravating factors can make the punishments even greater. While a blood alcohol content of .08% can get you arrested for drunk driving, an aggravated DWI charge can result from having a blood alcohol of 0.16% and is typically charged as a felony. This will easy carry […]
Most states consider a DUI or DWI to be a misdemeanor penalty which cannot put a convicted person behind bars for more than a year. Some situations will upgrade a DWI to a felony charge which has very serious ramifications. One reason a misdemeanor DWI charge may be enhanced is if a person has a […]
Having a blood alcohol content (BAC) at or over .08% will get you arrested for DWI. However, you can still be arrested for drunk driving even if your BAC is under this limit if an officer feels you are a danger to yourself and other motorists. Some states can charge you with a DWI even […]
Though drivers are never allowed to drink while driving, depending on state and local laws, passengers may also be barred from consuming alcohol in a moving car. Many states have open container laws which forbade open cans, bottles, or any other unsealed container of alcohol to be in a car, even if the container is empty. Some […]
Our law firm, Deandra Grant Law, is proud to announce that two of our Collins County criminal defense lawyers were selected for the 2014 list of “Dallas’ Best Criminal Defense Lawyers.” These lawyers are Deandra M. Grant and Laura Buehner. This year marks the second year in a row that Attorney Grant has been chosen by her professional peers for […]
Thanks, Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, for inviting me back to present at your DWI seminar for the 3rd year. I’m always happy to see all my great friends in Columbus in March!