Although everyone understands that drinking and driving is an extremely dangerous practice, it doesn't stop people from drinking and then getting behind the wheel on many occasions. If a person gets behind the wheel with alcohol in their blood, they are risking their...
Being arrested for driving while intoxicated is no joke. A DWI arrest can lead to civil and criminal penalties, including the suspension of your driver’s license. What is the Administrative License Revocation Program? The Administrative License Revocation Program...
Getting pulled over can be scary, especially with everything happening on the news lately. And it can be especially scary if one has been drinking before being pulled over. So, if one finds themselves in this situation, what do they do? Safety first Remember, the...
Challenging a breathalyzer test can be an important part of challenging drunk driving charges. For that reason, it is essential for accused drivers to be familiar with the different approaches that may be available for challenging a breathalyzer test. Strategies for...
Most Texans who have a drivers’ license have heard the phrase “implied consent,” but very few understand exactly what the phrase means or how it could affect their right to drive. An understanding of the law may help a person avoid a damaging decision and preserve his...
In Texas and across the nation, the holidays are often a time for travel. People will be visiting friends and family or simply taking a vacation with the time away from work or school. In some cases, they might use alcohol or other intoxicating substances. Every year,...
The Head Coach of the Dallas Cowboys recently awarded his team with a week off. According to reports, he implored his players to stay out of trouble, telling them to “be safe and be smart.” Unfortunately, not everyone got the message. Damontae Kazee, a safety for the...
In Texas, an arrest for driving while intoxicated (DWI) can cause a litany of problems. From personal, professional and financial perspectives, these situations must be addressed in an aggressive manner. Making matters worse is if there are other aspects to the case...
The implements used by police departments throughout Texas to conduct a blood draw from a suspected drunk driver are uncomplicated: a needle to draw the blood from an artery and a glass tube in which to store the blood sample until its blood alcohol content (BAC) can...
As the summer gets into full swing in Texas, teens will be out and about in force. That includes going to parties, going to barbecues, attending events and traveling. For many, that is an opportunity to drink alcohol even though it is illegal for people under 21. A...
