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Charged with a First Offense DWI in Texas? What You Need to Know
The state of Texas takes DWI offenses extremely seriously, and the financial penalties are severe, even for first time offenders DWIs are the most commonly committed crimes in the United States, but most of the time they are committed by average ‘non-criminal’ citizens But make no mistake, if you are charged with a DWI, even if it is your first offense, you will be treated and prosecuted like a...
How to Choose a DWI Attorney in Houston, Texas: 3 Steps to Getting the Defense You Deserve
Being charged with a DWI offense in Texas can be a severely traumatic experience The financial penalties are harsh, the prospect of jail time is very real, and your reputation can be compromised with potential employers, insurance companies, and within the wider community
Choosing the right attorney to represent you is a critical decision and one which could affect you for the rest of your life To help you...
The Sandra Bland Traffic Stop and What You Should Know About Your Rights During A Traffic Stop
In Texas Public Radio's story, "10 Things About The Sandra Bland Traffic Stop that Every Texan Should Know," Rhonda Fanning provides some useful information for Texas motorists But some of the statements in the article are inaccurate and some are just plain confusing For example, it is inaccurate to say that an officer has "no right" to instruct someone to get out of his/her car during a traffic stop, or that...
Guide to Contesting a DWI Charge
A DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) charge is typically considered a misdemeanor on the first offense in Texas; however, the consequences of a conviction can be far more serious than other misdemeanor charges A DWI conviction could mean jail time, fines, administrative fees, and a possible suspended license
To help you avoid these harsh penalties, this guide to contesting a DWI charge aims to help you prepare...
How to Get a Provisional License after a DWI Conviction
Receiving a DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) conviction can make your life very difficult for a variety of reasons Beyond the potential fines and possible jail time depending on your case, the loss of your license can also severely impact you daily life, especially if you rely upon your car to get to work Fortunately you may not be at a total loss if you act quickly and wisely In this article well explain how...
Why Trial By Jury May Be a Better Choice Than a Judge
When involved in a legal case, many people wonder if theyre better off trying their case before a jury or a judge And while there are always exceptions for particular cases, generally speaking as a defendant a trial by jury is usually a better choice than a judge (also known as a bench trial), one that is particularly preferred in Texas despite some declining numbers The decision can be a complicated one, and...
What Getting an Underage DUI in Houston Means
If you are driving in the state of Texas and are under the age of 21, an officer who pulls you over and even so much as smells alcohol on your breath can charge you with underage DUI Because it is against the law to drink under the age of 21, the state of Texas has zero tolerance for underage drinking and driving Texas laws state that any minor who has "any detectable amount of alcohol in his/her system" while...
Texas DWI Cheat Sheet
Houston is the fourth-largest city in the United States Theres a near-limitless list of things to do in the metro area and that includes bars, clubs and other drinking establishments If youre enjoying a night out on the town, its helpful to know the answer to the question: How much is too much
Of course, its always a good idea to have a designated driver on hand But sometimes youre the...
New Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Case Upholds Cell Phone Tracking
It's often said that we live in an era of unprecedented technological advances In no area is this more apparent than in the field of telecommunications What a person can now do with say, an iPhone was simply unimaginable even just a few years ago
The latest buzz is that Apple may soon introduce a feature in its iPhone that will allow users to unlock their phones and conduct transactions with just a...
Is there a biological basis to crime?
Recent advances in science may change the way we look at criminals and the underlying reasons for their behavior Specifically, advances in neurology and brain scanning have revealed that because of brain function and chemistry, some people are far more likely to engage in criminal behavior While researchers agree that there is still a strong social and environmental cause for criminal behavior, they argue that...