When our clients face DWI charges, our No. 1 goal is to get the charges against them dismissed outright. However, that won’t always be possible. Another option is to seek enrollment in a DWI Pretrial Diversion Program. These programs allow first-time offenders to get their DWI expunged from their criminal record. However, there are strict …
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In Texas and many other states, public drinking is typically illegal. However, in the United States, there are a few notable exceptions, including tourist destinations such as Las Vegas, New Orleans, and Savannah, where laws have been enacted to legalize it. Drinking while in your vehicle in those places, however, may not be legal. In …
The penalties for a second DWI are more severe than a first offense – and technically require a minimum of 30 days in jail – but it’s still unlikely that you’ll serve any jail time beyond the mandatory minimum of three days required for probation. However, it’s even more vital that you have an experienced …
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Most first DWIs are Class B misdemeanors, which carry a maximum of 180 days in jail, a $2,000 fine, and a mandatory minimum of three days in county jail (which can be suspended or probated). However, statistics show that most first offenders won’t spend more than a few hours in jail. It’s important to remember …
Penalties for a DWI conviction can sometimes seem severe, but the good news is that a DWI charge does not always result in a conviction. We’ve found that getting a DWI charge completely dismissed is very rare but not impossible. In fact, we have compiled statistics that show the chances of a DWI Dismissal compiled …
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In Texas, it is illegal for anyone under the age of 21 to drink alcohol unless accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or spouse. Our clients are sometimes confused by Texas’ zero-tolerance policy. It means that anyone in a vehicle who is under the age of 21 can be arrested and charged for having any …
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Many of our clients who have had their Texas driver’s licenses confiscated during a DWI stop aren’t aware that they can replace their license by reporting it as lost. We recommend that every person who loses their license for any reason take swift action to replace their driver’s license. Even if your license was confiscated …
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“Will I go to jail for a 1st DWI?” This probably the most common question i get. And the answer is that no, most likely you won’t have to serve jail time for a 1st DWI (at least if you hire a good defense attorney). In fact, it’s so common I made a video to …
One of the first questions our clients typically ask after a DWI arrest is whether they’ll lose their driving privileges right away. The answer is no. Though your license may eventually be suspended after your arrest, you’ll still be allowed to drive for about 40 days. However, you’ll have to act quickly if you want …
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Traffic stops are always stressful. You’re probably nervous and not thinking clearly. But that won’t make a difference to the police officer who pulled you over. That officer judges you from the moment you roll down your window and will decide almost instantly whether you’ll be detained. Remain calm, and don’t panic. You may have …
