When you get pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, you may be given a portable breath test. Many people think that this is a Breathalyzer. It is not. The true Breathalyzer is much larger and will generally be used at the police station. The portable test is an...
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Experts once claimed opioids were not addictive
Opioids are prescription painkillers, and they’re highly addictive. Those who become addicted often have very little control over their actions, such as using the medications even though they know that the manner of use is illegal. They may also gravitate toward other...
Do commercial drivers have different DWI rules than others?
One of the most oft-cited pieces of information about drunk driving cases is that a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or higher is enough to get you charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI). This is true in Texas for most drivers, as it is across the country....
A brief look at the Texas right to expunction law
Did you know that you will have black marks on your record if arrested but never convicted on drug possession charges? In truth, any law enforcement entanglements from your past will likely show up as a part of your criminal history. As you might expect, this can...
Can social media affect your drug case?
If you have been arrested and accused of possessing an illegal drug, it is important that you don’t do anything that could negatively impact your case. From the start, your goal should be to protect yourself and defend your best interests. That means that you should...
Prescription drug crimes: It’s easy to get into trouble
You’re not just hurting a little, you hurt a lot. Maybe you have a prescription for pain medication -- or did -- but it ran out long before you stopped hurting. Or, maybe you don’t have insurance right now and can’t afford to see a doctor about your pain. Out of...
Can a blood alcohol test ever be wrong?
Those accused of driving while intoxicated (DWI) in Texas often face charges backed by chemical evidence. Usually, police officers are asked to perform a breath test as part of a DWI traffic stop. However, in some cases, such as when a driver refuses a test and...
The risk of a DWI is greater than ever during the festive period
With the holiday season upon us, the risk of picking up a charge for driving while intoxicated (DWI) is more significant than ever for two reasons. First, there is an increase in alcohol consumption at this time of year, as people celebrate Christmas and New Year....
How does drug court affect drug charges?
In Texas, drug charges can carry significant weight. If you face drug charges but want an opportunity to better yourself, rather than face incarceration, there are options for you in the form of drug court. The Center for American Progress cites that every 25 seconds...
DWI charges and time behind bars
If you are facing DWI charges, you need to review the potential consequences of your case and prepare for the different ways in which these allegations will affect your future. Aside from losing your driving privileges for a year or longer (depending on the details of...
