The consequences of a DWI charge, especially a suspended license, can severely impact your life. A suspended license can limit your access to work and school, cut into your quality time with others, and limit your freedom to move about as you wish. In addition to the many requirements of your probation, the court may …
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Texas Drinking and Liquor Laws
All Texans should be familiar with local laws regarding the purchase and consumption of alcoholic beverages. This knowledge allows individuals to avoid putting both themselves and others at risk. The guide below will help you better understand Texas drinking laws so you can make safe, informed decisions, and avoid the many consequences of alcohol-related crimes. …
What to Do After Receiving a Court-Ordered Ignition Interlock Device in Texas?
Have you been charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI)? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Over the years, the State of Texas has made efforts to reduce the rate of such offenses by offering alternative sentences such as alcohol and drug rehab, electronic monitoring, and several other programs; Ignition Interlock Devices (IID) are a common requirement …
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How Do I Get a First DWI in Texas Dismissed?
Getting arrested and charged with a DWI in Texas is a stressful experience that nobody wants to go through. But the good news is that charges do not always lead to a conviction. A first DWI can—and should—be defended against. Here at Michael & Associates, our #1 goal is always a dismissal, and we have …
How to Beat a DWI in Texas
You’ve been arrested, served with a notice of suspension, and charged with a DWI. You know that the consequences of a DWI conviction can have a devastating impact on your life, and you’ve made the right decision to fight against the charge. But how do you beat a DWI in Texas? The good news is …
I Got a DWI / DUI, Is My Life Over?
Getting arrested and charged with a DWI is a stressful event that can cause even the calmest person to become anxious about their future. A DWI is no walk in the park—quite the opposite—but it does not mean your life is over, either. If you’ve been charged with a DWI, you should contact an experienced …
Are DWI / DUI checkpoints Legal in Texas?
Are DWI checkpoints legal in Texas? The answer is confusing. In 1991, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals ruled that DWI checkpoints are in fact are illegal. However, checkpoints are still used to this day, existing in somewhat of a gray area of the law. We often take cases arising from DWI checkpoints and use …
Can You Become a Nurse with a DWI in Texas?
If you are an aspiring nurse and have a DWI on your record, you may be wondering if your future career plans might be at risk. Although a first-time DWI is unlikely to stop you from becoming a nurse, a conviction, especially a felony, may threaten your plans. All history of criminal charges and alcohol …
DWI with a Passenger Under 15 in Texas
If you are arrested in Texas for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), and you have a passenger under the age of 15 in the car, you are facing a State Jail Felony charge that carries severe penalties. A felony conviction will give you a permanent criminal record, which will have a huge impact on your life. …
How to Get a DWI Expunged in Texas
Texas is among the strictest states when it comes to DWI consequences. From background checks for jobs or housing applications to concerns over lingering marks on a criminal record, offenders have every reason to worry that a DWI can impact them for years to come. Getting a DWI ranks high on the list of great times …