For anyone in Texas, being arrested for drunk driving can be a worrisome experience. In addition to the possibility of jail time, fines and lost driving privileges, it can negatively impact their employment and other objectives in life. For people under 21, it can be...
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Suspected drunk driver smashes into restaurant
Diners at an Italian restaurant in north Dallas had their evenings interrupted by an allegedly drunk driver when an SUV driven by the suspect smashed into the restaurant. According to news reports several persons were injured, with at least one suffering critical...
When does a DWI charge become a felony?
It is widely known that people cannot legally drive their vehicles in Texas if they are intoxicated. Those who do risk being arrested and charged with a DWI. If convicted of a DWI, people will face serious consequences. The potential penalties only become worse for...
When does a DWI change from a misdemeanor to a felony?
You have been arrested for driving while intoxicated, but it is not your first rodeo. You have a couple DWIs under your belt and you are familiar with the legal process in such cases. The penalties for a first and second DWI can be costly and inconvenient, but you...
Title: 10 DWI arrests in Hardin in just one week
When we think about drunk driving, we think about the person coming home from the bar on the weekends who made a bad choice. But, a look at just one week this month reveals that DWI arrests occur almost every day of the week. The Hardin County Jail Report The Hardin...
Common drunk driving defense strategies
Getting charged with a DWI in Texas is no laughing matter. Even a first time DWI offender can face 180 days in county jail and a fine of up to $2,000. If you are facing DWI charges, it can be beneficial to meet with a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible to...
The stakes are high when it is your third DWI
If you are driving after drinking alcohol it is possible you could be pulled over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated (DWI). This is a serious situation in Texas, especially if you already have a couple DWIs under your belt. Penalties for a third DWI The...
Beaumont residents should not take a DWI lightly
Beaumont residents from all walks of life could easily find themselves charged with a DWI. Like most other states, the legal alcohol limit in Texas is .08 blood alcohol content. Again like other states, Texas authorities can still charge for a drunk driving offense...
The serious consequences of a DWI conviction
Many of us have experienced times where we’ve driven after having a drink or two, believing that we are fine to drive. However, being pulled over by a police officer and charged with a DWI can be a terrifying experience. Police officers may pull people over late at...
A manslaughter charge could follow a fatal accident
In many cases, a first-time drunk driving charge in Texas will be a misdemeanor offense. This is not always true, especially for commercial drivers and people in certain professions, but many Beaumont residents could find it relatively easy to move on with their lives...