Public Intoxication in Austin, Texas is categorized by the Texas Penal Code §49.02 as a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $500. Repeat offenders can face a Class B misdemeanor and more severe penalties. Though these penalties may not seem daunting, it’s important to take them seriously. All misdemeanors in Texas …
According to statista.com, over 4.5 million people were arrested in 2021. And prisonpolicy.org states that at least 113 million adults in the U.S., or over 40% of the population, have a family member who has been incarcerated. That’s many people. But that leaves a whole other segment that has never had trouble with the law. …
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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 …
Probation can be a welcome alternative to jail time. It gives you the limited freedom to continue living at home, working to support your loved ones and staying connected with your community. However, violating the terms of your probation can lead to severe penalties and lasting consequences. Michael & Associates has an extremely high success …
It can be both frightening and confusing when police come to search your vehicle and seize your property. It can also spell legal trouble for anyone caught in this unfortunate but common position. Thankfully, both the State of Texas and the United States Constitution have safeguards against unreasonable searches and seizures. It’s important to understand …
In Texas, DWI offenses are taken very seriously, and as such, you can face jail time for a DWI even if it is your first offense. Aggravating factors such as previous convictions, a high BAC level, or accidents that cause bodily injury or property damage, make jail time more likely. Can I Go to Jail …
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 …
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. …
Driving in the state of Texas with a Blood Alcohol Count (BAC) of 0.15 or above is a Class A Misdemeanor, punishable with severe criminal and civil penalties. If you have been arrested for driving in Texas with a BAC of 0.15 or above, you need to find an experienced lawyer immediately. It may be …
To successfully complete probation, you must meet a certain number of conditions, which usually include remaining sober, staying away from drugs, avoiding involvement in criminal activity, and attending regular check-ins with a probation officer. If you fail a drug test while on probation in Texas, it could result in serious consequences that negatively impact your …
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