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What NOT to Do When Pulled Over by Police: Tips from a Texas DWI Attorney
Getting pulled over by the police can be a nerve-wracking experience for anyone. It’s essential to handle the situation calmly and responsibly to ensure your safety and legal rights. As a DWI attorney in Texas, I’ve seen numerous cases where individuals unintentionally make mistakes during a traffic stop that can have serious legal consequences. In…
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The Collateral Consequences of DWI in Texas: Beyond the Legal Penalties
Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is a grave offense in Texas, accompanied by a litany of legal repercussions ranging from fines and jail time to license suspensions. However, the shadow of a DWI conviction stretches far beyond the courtroom and the immediate penalties dictated by the justice system. These often-overlooked, indirect consequences can persist long after…
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Texas DWI Attorney Discusses Ignition Interlock Devices
People arrested and convicted of driving while intoxicated, or DWI, in Texas, face more restrictive conditions if granted supervised community release. On September 1, 2017, an updated version of the conditions of supervised community release goes into effect. The goal of the changes is to make Texas’ road safer by reducing the number of repeat…
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DWI Crime Ends With Four Children Seriously Injured
In our lives we are faced with decisions each day that ultimately impacts our present, and our future. Whether we are deciding upon what we would like to eat today, whether or not we should have a night on the town, or simply if we should by the sweater or not; we are constantly faced…
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What Should I Do After a DWI Charge in Texas?
Driving while intoxicated (DWI), referred to in some states as driving under the influence (DUI), operating under the influence (OUI) and other acronyms, is a serious traffic crime that is harshly punished. Each state mandates minimum and maximum penalties for first and subsequent DWI convictions. While a first offense is classified as a misdemeanor, subsequent…