DWI

When the police pull drivers over under the suspicion of drunk driving, they may ask drivers to perform field sobriety tests. Field sobriety tests are physical examinations that can help the police collect evidence on a driver's condition. They’re primarily used to...

In an age of misinformation, it can be useful to learn about some common myths about drunk driving. If you believe a drunk driving myth and act on it, then you could end up with serious criminal charges. Here’s what you should know: Myth 1: Drink coffee before driving...

When it comes to drinking and driving, understanding the timeframe for alcohol to leave your system is crucial for making responsible decisions.  While determining an exact timeline can be challenging, considering various factors can help ensure the safety of yourself...

Those who have been accused of a driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense in Texas often worry about going to jail because of their charges. A DWI can also result in significant financial setbacks. The courts may order a defendant to pay a fine, and their income may be...

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) can lead to significant penalties, including fines, imprisonment and license suspension. In Texas, you are legally intoxicated when your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is 0.08% or more, but you break the law as soon as alcohol or...

Glance at the web, and you’ll see plenty of claims that a personal breathalyzer can save you from a conviction for driving while intoxicated (DWI). Not everything you read online is true, but not everything is false, either. So, which is it when it comes to personal...

Law enforcement personnel are hired and paid to keep the public safe. And part of this involves keeping drunk drivers off our roads. However, the police cannot pull you over for a drunk driving investigation on a mere whim. If they do, you may challenge your arrest...

A lot of people believe that saying you only had one drink can help you avoid getting charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI). There are several reasons this is a bad idea: Admitting to drinking gives the police information they did not have The police might have...

It’s never a good idea to drink and drive, but young people often make foolish decisions. In Texas, however, the laws are particularly fierce when it comes to driving under the influence of alcohol by a minor (DUIA by a Minor). For the purposes of the law, a “minor”...

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is an offense that can result in significant penalties. In Texas, you are legally intoxicated when your blood alcohol concentration is 0.08% or more. However, you break the law as soon as drugs or alcohol affect your driving abilities,...