DWI-DUI

In DWI stops, police in Texas use SFSTs, or Standardized Field Sobriety Tests, to determine if a person’s driving ability is impaired. However, SFSTs are not always accurate. There are several reasons why a person may perform poorly, including anxiety, poor balance, poor roadside conditions, and incorrect procedure by the officer.  Michael & Associates often …

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BUI stands for Boating Under the Influence. In Texas, it is illegal for minors to operate a watercraft while having any amount of detectable alcohol in their system. BUI is not the same as Boating While Intoxicated (BWI). If you are a minor and you drink alcohol and then operate a boat, you can get …

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Texas has a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to underage drinking and driving. If your teenager is caught driving with any detectable amount of alcohol in their system, they can be charged with DUI. Furthermore, if they are over 17 and considered legally drunk, they can face DWI charges. The penalties for minors convicted of …

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In Texas, it is illegal for anyone under the age of 21 to drink alcohol. When it comes to driving after drinking, there is no minimum or legal BAC limit for under 21s—an underage driver can be arrested and charged for having any detectable alcohol in their system. In this article, we’ll cover Texas’ zero-tolerance …

Legal BAC Limit Under 21 DWI: Laws for Minors in Texas Read More »

In Texas, it is illegal to provide a minor with alcohol. An adult who provides or sells alcohol to a minor risks facing a Class A misdemeanor, while a minor charged with the same offense faces a Class C misdemeanor. Whether you’re working in a liquor store or behind a bar, it’s not always easy …

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