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See how 825 Michael & Associates Texas DWI cases ended in 2025, including dismissals, deferred adjudication, probation, reductions, and jail.
Read More →Michael & Associates Criminal Defense Attorneys was named Best Law Firm in the 2026 Best of ATX Awards, recognizing its Austin criminal defense team.
Read More →Can you drive for Uber after a Texas DWI? Learn about Uber eligibility, Texas DWI laws, the 15-day ALR deadline, license restrictions, and your options.
Read More →Can you drive for Uber after a California DUI? Learn about Uber eligibility, the 0.04% BAC rule, DMV deadlines, license restrictions, and your options.
Read More →Yes — in California, you can be charged with DUI for taking prescription drugs, even if legally prescribed. Learn how VC 23152(f) works, penalties, and defenses.
Read More →Michael & Associates expands its California criminal defense practice into San Diego, adding veteran attorney Michael Norton to serve clients across San Diego County.
Read More →Is a DUI a felony in California? Learn when prosecutors can file felony DUI charges, the penalties you may face, and when to contact a California DUI lawyer.
Read More →Sleeping in your car isn't automatically a DUI in California, but it can still lead to an arrest. Learn the 'volitional movement' rule, key evidence factors — including fobs and …
Read More →Learn what happens after a DUI arrest in San Diego, including booking, DMV deadlines, bail, arraignment, court procedures, and how Michael & Associates can help protect your rights.
Read More →Learn the penalties for a first DUI in San Diego, including jail, fines, license suspension, IID requirements, and possible defenses. Free consultation.
Read More →Learn whether a first DUI in San Diego can result in jail time, the penalties you may face, and how an experienced San Diego DUI lawyer can help protect your …
Read More →Michael & Associates Criminal Defense Attorneys has been named a finalist in the 2026 Best of ATX Awards Law Firm category in Austin, Texas.
Read More →Michael & Associates assigns every case to a dedicated Senior Trial Attorney backed by a 40-lawyer criminal defense team with 1,000+ jury trials and a 5.0 rating on Google.
Read More →Your home is your castle, and Texas laws grant you the right to protect it (and yourself). But the Castle Doctrine and Stand Your Ground laws have limits.
Read More →How much is a private investigator? Our research shows hourly rates range from $25–$250, with an average of $128. Flat fees vary by service and location.
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