Driving or operating a watercraft under the influence of alcohol is a serious offense in Texas, and convictions are met with harsh penalties. In Texas, Driving Under the Influence—which includes operating a boat—is reserved for minors, and is a separate offense from Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) and Boating While Intoxicated (BWI). DWI and BWI charges …
BUI vs DUI (BWI vs DWI) in Texas: Differences, Similarities, and Legal Penalties Read More »
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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Most drivers in Texas are aware of the dangers of Driving While Intoxicated—that is, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. What many people don’t realize, however, is that you can get charged and convicted of DWI for operating a vehicle under the influence of any substance that impairs your driving ability, including prescription …
Can Prescription Drugs Impair Your Ability to Drive Safely in Texas? Read More »
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 …
What is a BUI in Texas: The Basics of Boating While Intoxicated Read More »
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 …
What Are the Penalties for Minors Convicted of DWI in Texas? Read More »
The consequences of driving under the influence in Texas range from fines to jail time, depending on the severity of the crime. Driving Under the Influence, or DUI—which is reserved for minors in Texas—is different from Driving While Intoxicated. Minors can be charged with both DUI and DWI simultaneously. In this article, we’ll cover all …
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We pulled public data from all counties in Texas from the years 2022 and 2023 to determine the cost of bail for a DWI in Texas. According to the data, the statewide average bail amount for cash bonds on DWI charges is $5,538. The table below shows the average bail amount for cash bonds. DWI …
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 …
Selling Alcohol to a Minor in Texas: First Offense Read More »
In Texas, DUI refers specifically to young adults under the age of 21 who drive with any detectable amount of alcohol in their system. Many of our clients don’t always understand that Texas is a zero-tolerance state for minors, meaning that there is no minimum requirement for blood alcohol concentration for anyone under 21. If …
Texas DUI Laws: What Drivers Under 21 (and Parents) Need to Know Read More »
An open container law violation in Texas is a crime, but it really isn’t a big deal. The fine is only $500, but it’s much better to hire a lawyer who can get the charge dismissed and get you off without a conviction on your record. You may need to do some community service or …
