When a Texan is stopped by law enforcement and is arrested for driving under the influence, there are many things that may go through their mind. One might be worried that they will face jail time, the loss of driving privileges, a negative perception in the community...
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Man charged with DWI after attempted stop
A case involving allegations of drunk driving in Longview is often complicated by other charges that accompany the DWI. This can be due to many factors, including an attempt to flee the scene, possession of certain items in the vehicle, and more. The amount of alcohol...
Alleged drunk driving crash leads to intoxication assault charge
Drivers in Longview and throughout Texas should know that with a DWI charge, the situation will largely dictate the level of charges and the accompanying penalties that the person will face. This can go beyond the basic DWI penalties of losing a driver's license, a...
What can happen to minors facing DWI in Texas?
Texas law enforcement and legislators take all alcohol-related driving violations seriously. Even more serious is when a minor is facing DWI allegations. For those under 21 who are confronted with DWI charges, it is vital to know how the state handles charging a...
Don’t navigate DWI matters alone
Texas law enforcement is vigilant about drivers who might be operating their vehicles under the influence. Being charged with DWI can have long-lasting consequences on a person's life. Depending on the level of charges and what happened to spur the arrest, people can...
Man charged with DWI faces resisting arrest and other charges
Drivers in Longview and the surrounding areas of Texas should know that when they are arrested for driving while intoxicated, they will be confronted with a litany of penalties that can have a negative effect on their lives. For many, it goes beyond a simple arrest...
Texas’ open container law and the need for a DWI attorney
People in Texas who are stopped by law enforcement investigating a possible case of driving while intoxicated should know other aspects of the law that regulate alcohol in a vehicle. Having possession of an alcoholic beverage while driving can also lead to legal...
Man facing serious DWI-related charges after fatal accident
Longview police arrested a man and charged him with intoxication manslaughter after a woman died in connection with a head-on collision involving the man and the woman's vehicles. According to police, the man was heading one direction on a local road but without...
What are the legal consequences of a first-time DUI in Texas?
Consumption of alcohol can result in decreased coordination, slower reaction times and poor decision-making. It should come as little surprise that those symptoms of intoxication can make driving a motor vehicle much more dangerous than it typically is. Alcohol...
Do I have to take field sobriety tests if I get stopped?
Longview, Texas, residents, even those who have never been stopped on the suspicion of drunk driving, are probably aware of what the legal community calls "field sobriety tests." These are a battery of tests, often checking a person's ability to maintain their...