DUI laws can get complicated at times, and it can be difficult to know when law enforcement can require a breath test. Police officers can't just stop motorists and test them for no reason: There are specific indicators that give officers probable cause to stop a...
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DUI charges and prescription drugs
Residents of Texas who take legally-prescribed drugs need to be aware that it’s possible to face DWI charges while taking those drugs. It’s important to understand why this is the case. Is it illegal to drive when you take prescription drugs? As long as you're not...
Should I refuse to blow into a breathalyzer?
You may have heard that some attorneys advise potential clients not to perform the breath-alcohol test when requested by a police officer. The idea is that blowing into that breathalyzer gives the officer clear evidence that you are drunk, assuming you are. Why would...
Allen West’s wife had no trace of alcohol in system at DWI arrest
When Angela Graham-West, the wife of Texas GOP gubernatorial candidate Allen West, was arrested in August for DWI, Allen West doubted that she had been drinking. According to Dallas police, Graham-West was pulled over after an officer observed her swerving onto the...
Requesting a hearing for a suspended license
Texas takes impaired driving seriously. People who drive while intoxicated are at a serious risk of injuring themselves or others when they get behind the wheel. That's true whether they're driving a car or piloting a boat. When people refuse field sobriety tests in...
When can law enforcement require a breath test for DUI?
It can happen to anyone. You go out for a social gathering at a restaurant, bar, or a friend’s house. You have a few drinks. Then you head home. As you’re driving home you suddenly see red and blue flashing lights in your rearview mirror. Your heart pounds. You palms...
Too Much to Drink? Your Future Car Might Refuse to Start
After a long work week, many people like to unwind by sharing a couple of drinks with some friends. Though one or two drinks might not impair one's ability to drive, a breathalyzer test may say otherwise. Many of these Friday night drinkers may find themselves pulled...
How Will A DWI Affect All Parts Of Your Life?
Most people know that a criminal charge will have irreversible affects on their life. However, a DWI might not seem quite as serious to some. This is not true. While it might appear a minor charge, a DWI can also affect your life in significant ways beyond just paying...
What to expect with second and third DWIs in Texas
If you're already been convicted of a DWI, you know there are a range of consequences. But did you know that with each conviction, the penalties get increasingly severe.? Here is a summary of what you need to know about this, if you like to drink or know people who...
You can get a limited license with an ignition interlock system
People make mistakes. Some of them are just more dangerous than others. If you put the dishes back in the wrong cupboard, the risk is minimal. If you get behind the wheel after a few drinks, however, the risk for yourself and others on the road could be substantial....