DWI

If a police officer asks you to take a field sobriety test after pulling you over, your decision about taking the field sobriety test is not mandatory in Texas. You have the right to refuse to participate in these tests. However, it’s important to understand that you may be subject to immediate consequences by refusing…

You have the right to remain silent if you are arrested for a DWI in Texas. You also have the right not to willingly comply with every request made by a police officer. For example, a person has the right to refuse to submit to a breathalyzer. Even though you are refusing, remember to still…

In Texas, the criminal penalties of a DWI conviction make it worse than a DUI conviction. DUI charges can escalate to DWI charges depending on the case’s circumstances, especially if the offense involves: An accident that caused an injury or fatality A high blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level Multiple offenses in addition to the DUI…

A DWI stays on your record permanently in Texas unless you can get it expunged or sealed. With a DWI on your record, anyone who runs a criminal background check on you will be able to see it, including: Employers Landlords Homeowners’ associations Potential business partners A DWI defense lawyer from our law firm can help…

When a driver is convicted on a DWI (driving while intoxicated) charge, one common sentencing measure is probation. This is a period assigned in court where an individual is subject to DWI probation requirements that could include community service, sobriety checks, forfeiture of license, and even a device to lock the ignition of a vehicle.…