The state of Texas takes a tough stance against drunk drivers. In addition to the standard charges and penalties, there are more severe charges under certain conditions. An aggravated DWI is an enhanced charge reserved for those a court considers did something to make...
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Did you violate bond conditions after a drunk driving charge?
Driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DWI) is a serious criminal offense in Texas. If you are charged with DWI, the process for assigning penalties is two-fold. First, you’ll face criminal charges which can result in jail time and fines. Then, you’ll...
Longview DWI: Can you fool a breathalyzer test?
If you ask people how they escaped just about any potentially consequential situation or event, you will probably hear many different techniques. Some of them could work, but chances are, most will not. Take a DWI traffic stop, for example. The police will probably...
Were you issued a DWI with a child in the car?
You and your daughter are returning home from a party when you see flashing red and blue lights behind you. When the policeman approaches your window, he tells you that he pulled you over because you were weaving, and he suspects that you are intoxicated. The officer...
What does a Texas DWI mean for those with commercial licenses?
Everyone who wants a driver's license must go through specialized education and pass a test. They will then need to purchase an insurance policy and register their vehicle with the state to legally drive on public roads. Continual compliance with traffic laws is also...
Common cold and allergy medications and drunk driving charges
Spring and early summer are known for many wonderful things, but that doesn’t include allergy season and the onset of “summer colds.” When the sniffles start, you may be hard-pressed to tell the difference between symptoms caused by a virus and those caused by pollen...
What happens if I refuse to take a blood test?
If the police pull you over and arrest you on suspicion of impaired driving in Texas, they will probably ask for a blood sample for chemical testing. This can help them affirm their suspicion that a driver is intoxicated by drugs or alcohol. Naturally, it also helps...
Why law enforcement might pull you over
If you drive to work every day, then your driving privileges in Texas are very important to you. Maybe you rely on the car to visit your family or to go out and relax during your downtime. In any case, a DWI conviction could have a significant impact on your life....
Can your conduct online affect your DWI case?
Millions of people across the U.S. use social media every day, and it is likely that you are one of these individuals. You may utilize online platforms to send messages to friends and family. Perhaps you share photos of your daily outings or use post features to vent...
New campaign takes aim against drunk driving in Texas
Drunk driving can quickly get you into trouble with the law and land you with a DWI. Texas is very hard on those who choose to drink and drive, and it is cracking down with further campaigns to stop drunk or impaired driving. The Texas Department of Transportation...