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All I Want For Christmas Is a Little Honesty
The holiday season is in full swing, and so is Texas DWI enforcement Police agencies throughout the state are beefing up DWI patrols DWI defense attorneys in Houston and everywhere agree on one thing: the best way to avoid picking up a DWI is to avoid being behind the wheel if you've had too much to drink
The Department of Public Safety and other government agencies are trying novel ways to discourage...
DPS Offers Driver’s License Information Website
If you are unsure about the status of your Texas Driver's license, the Department of Public Safety has launched a website which will allow you to check your current status Additionally, the website allows users to pay fees charged for suspension offenses, and lists any outstanding compliance items that need to be completed before driving eligibility is restored The website can be accessed...
The BAT Van Controversy Continues
It seems like almost every day there is a new twist to the BAT Van fiasco What is perhaps the most troubling about the controversy is the lack of transparency with which the DA's office has handled this matter Last Friday's Houston Chronicle featured a very well-written article which cut to the heart of the issue
Judging by the chain of events involving allegations that police and prosecutors used flawed...
What are my odds of beating my Texas DUI or DWI case?
Many people charged with DWI or DUI in Texas are understandably very anxious about their pending case It is not surprising that a person charged with a Texas DUI or DWI will want to ask his or her lawyer how likely it is that the case will be dismissed, or resolved favorably
Unfortunately, at least at an initial consultation, a criminal defense attorney can usually not answer that This is because the lawyer...
A Push For Moderation in Our DWI Laws? Food For Thought From Mississippi
A very interesting, well-written editorial from Mississippi highlights our national over-zealousness regarding DWI enforcement As the author states, "Driving While Intoxicated has become Driving Under the Influence" as a result of the intense lobbying of MADD, and the financial incentive police agencies have to make DWI arrests
The Mississippi highway PATROL has kicked off its annual campaign against...
What to Expect from a Texas DUI or DWI Case – A Brief Overview
If you are arrested for DWI or DUI in Houston or anywhere in Texas, you may be unsure of what to expect This is common Criminal defense lawyers know that more than for other offenses, people charged with DUI or DWI are new to the criminal justice system
Criminal cases, including DWI or DUI cases, typically end in one of three ways: dismissal, trial, or by some sort of plea agreement with the State Many...
The Walk and Turn Test in DWI and DUI Investigations
If you are stopped and investigated for DWI or DUI in Houston or anywhere in Texas, most law enforcement officers will attempt to administer Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) as a part of their investigation Criminal defense attorneys with experience in DUI or DWI cases know that these tests consist of the horizontal gaze nystagmus test ("HGN"), the one-leg stand, and the walk-and-turn Although police...
Attacking Drug Possession Cases
Have you been accused of drug possession or drug delivery You are not alone There are over 100,000 drug arrests every year in Texas, with many arrests occurring in Houston
The penalties for drug possession or drug delivery can range from minor to severe Cases may be filed in state or federal court But regardless of the type of case, size of case or where it is filed, there are several legal principles that...
What should you do if you are investigated for DWI in Texas?
As Houston criminal defense attorneys with extensive experience in DWI or DUI cases, many people ask us what is the best way to stay out of trouble if you find yourself the target of a DWI or DUI investigation in Texas Of course, the smartest approach is to not drink and drive at all Choose a designated driver Get a cab Walk
Of course, it is not illegal to drink and drive Any criminal defense lawyer with...
Understanding the “Phases” of a DWI or DUI Investigation – The Police’s Perspective
If you were arrested for DWI or DUI in Houston or anywhere in Texas, an experienced criminal defense attorney should work to challenge each phase of the police's investigation In DWI and DUI investigations, police officers follow guidelines set out by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration ("NHTSA") These guidelines cover DWI detection and the administration of Standardized Field Sobriety...