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 …
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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The care and supervision of children is not only a joy, but a serious responsibility. It is one that most individuals approach with a great deal of consideration and training. Because of this, many Texas parents, along with individuals certified as childcare workers and other professionals, are often surprised when they discover someone has accused …
When a police officer indicates for a driver to stop, the driver must pull over as soon as it is safe to do so. Failure to pull over when prompted to by a police officer can quickly lead to Evading Arrest or Detention in a Motor Vehicle charges. Although this criminal charge is supposed to …
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Not every car accident in Texas needs to be reported to the authorities. However, if you have been in a serious road collision, you are obligated to report the accident to the authorities. Not doing so could result in a misdemeanor, or worse, hit-and-run charges. Texas Law & Requirements for Reporting a Car Accident Section …
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