An arrest for a DWI in Texas can leave you confused, scared and overwhelmed, especially if you have never been arrested before. Perhaps you went out with friends for a few drinks and had more to drink than you thought. Now you find yourself facing a criminal charge...
Many states have enacted laws to redress unusually ugly outcomes of crimes involving children. The Texas legislature has now joined these states by passing House Bill 393, now known familiarly as "Bentley’s Law.” The law aims to increase penalties for drivers whose...
Contrary to what many people might think, a driving while intoxicated charge – a “DWI” – is not a “minor” criminal charge. The potential consequences of a conviction are serious, including a potential driver’s license suspension, a term of court-supervised probation...
In Texas, people who are convicted of drunk driving can face a litany of penalties that can severely compromise them and do substantial damage to their personal and professional lives. From jail time to fines to lost driving privileges, it is a major worry for those...
Being pulled over for suspicion of impaired driving can start a process that has serious long- term consequences. But acting in a sober manner if you are pulled over by the police for suspected drunk driving can help reduce the potential legal, professional, and...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
