A DWI arrest may trigger a driver’s license suspension if you refuse or fail a chemical test to measure the level of alcohol in your system. After your refusal or failure, you will receive a notice of suspension and will have a certain amount of time to request an administrative license revocation (ALR) hearing to contest the action against […]
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If you have been charged with or convicted of driving while intoxicated in Texas, you might have to have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed on your vehicle. The device prevents your car from starting if alcohol is detected on your breath. Installation might be a requirement if certain factors were present in your case. For example, […]
A police officer believing that you were driving while intoxicated will pull you over. The purpose of the stop is to confirm (or negate) their suspicion and establish probable cause to arrest you. During the interaction with the police officer, you might feel that you must comply with their every demand and that all the […]
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 […]
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 […]