DWI

It is a sight most Texas residents probably dread—driving down the highway or local road and seeing flashing lights in one’s rearview mirror, asking them to pull over. As the pulled over driver is waiting for the police officer to administer a breath test to check his...

Texas residents understand that it is important to follow driving rules. There are times though when a person looks in their rearview mirror, sees a police officer with their lights on, and their heart skips a beat. A person who has been pulled over for an alleged DWI...

Have you ever looked an your rearview mirror, seen a police officer behind, and felt your heart skip a beat? If so, you’re not alone. This is a common reaction even for those who haven’t done anything wrong. Your anxiety level probably skyrockets when an officer turns...

Drivers who may be intoxicated do not usually appreciate the presence of police. In a variation on this theme, a driver who was allegedly intoxicated may owe her life to the proximity of College Station police at the moment when she lost control of her car. According...

Breathalyzer tests may serve as the primary evidence of a DWI charge which is why it is important for accused individuals to know they can be challenged. Challenging a breathalyzer test may be an important part of a criminal defense strategy aimed at DWI charges an...

Whether they work at one of Texas’s many oil fields, in the ranching industry or in the construction industry, it is undeniable that people in Longview have a strong work ethic. Their jobs are a source of pride, identity and of course, income. So, anything that might...

Texas expects its law enforcement officers to collect blood samples to confirm someone's impairment after a traffic stop or an arrest for allegedly driving while impaired. Particularly in cases that involve death or injury to someone else in a crash caused by one...

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a major issue during the winter holidays. There's a lot of parties, tons of festivities and the "holiday cheer" is usually flowing freely. Consequently, there are around 25,000 people involved in drunk driving accidents every year...

Do you dread filing out a job application because of what you expect every potential employer to find in your background check? Your offense may have been minor, but how many people take the time to consider that before tossing your resume away? You may experience...

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a serious charge in Texas -- even when it's your first offense. While it's always wisest to abstain from drinking if you're going to be driving, many people make the mistake of having a drink or two with dinner and thinking that they...