If you’re a commercial driver’s license (CDL) holder, a DWI arrest or conviction can seriously affect your livelihood. Your CDL could be disqualified for a certain length of time, or your commercial driving privileges could be permanently removed. Because CDL holders do not qualify for occupational licenses, being subject to these penalties means that you would not […]
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DWIs in Texas can come with severe penalties, especially if your DWI involves aggravating factors. These penalties can result in you losing your driving privileges or an extended amount of time in jail. What Is a DWI in Texas? In certain states, a DWI may mean something different than a DUI. In Texas, a DWI […]
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) can be one of the most life-changing criminal charges you could end up facing in your life. Unfortunately, if you are from the state of Texas, you are more likely to be involved in this type of case. From 2018 to 2020, there were 5,129 deaths related to drunk driving in Texas. That […]
Drinking and driving is a dangerous act that, unfortunately, many Americans commit on a daily basis. When you get caught, the first thing you’re probably wondering is, “do you lose your license immediately after a DUI?”. In most cases, you can lose your license, whereas, in other situations, you may be able to get your […]
Marijuana is one of the most commonly used illegal substances. It is also one of the most common substances involved in DWI cases. Let’s discuss how the police discover and prove a driver is intoxicated by marijuana. Signs of Marijuana Intoxication Marijuana and alcohol generally affect the body differently, but share some similarities. If an […]
Of course, if you’re intoxicated while driving, you can be charged with a DWI and penalized for the offense. However, that’s not the only charge you can face. Depending on the circumstances, the prosecutor can pursue multiple charges against you. For instance, you may be accused of: Consumption of alcohol by a minor, Possession of alcohol by […]
Any type of DWI charge is serious and needs immediate attention, but especially so if the incident involved an accident. If you hit someone or something when driving while intoxicated, there are many different ways your case could go. Let’s discuss some of these scenarios in further detail. Were you involved in a DWI accident […]
Several myths and misconceptions are circulated about DWIs. They range from how you can avoid a conviction if your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is below 0.08 to how a DWI isn’t that serious. Some of these mistaken beliefs can substantially impact your case and its outcome. To help you better understand DWI charges and processes in Texas, […]
As we head into the summer months, it’s important to know some seasonal factors about DWI so you can be prepared and avoid an unexpected arrest this summer. Statistics About Summer DWI Numerous different researchers and organizations share the same consensus: incidents of DWI arrests and accidents increase during the summer months. About 50% of accidents […]
One person dies every 45 minutes from a drunk driving collision, which adds up to a lot of lost lives each year. The culprit: driving while intoxicated. Every state takes DUI laws seriously because driving impaired takes lives and causes unnecessary injuries. Therefore, a person caught driving under the influence results in severe consequences. What are the […]