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When you are arrested for driving under the influence (“DWI”), it is imperative that you take the charges seriously. Depending on the circumstances, you could face a stiff jail sentence, large fines and high court costs. After you are arrested for a DWI, and released, there are certain things that you should avoid doing. read more

One of the most widely known and charged offense across the United States, including Texas, is driving while intoxicated (“DWI”). Under Texas Law, an individual is charged with a DWI when he or she, while intoxicated by drugs or alcohol, operates a motor vehicle. Even if you are sleeping in a parked motor vehicle, you could still be charged with a DWI. DWI charges carry hefty penalties, fines and even significant jail time. It is important that you understand the consequences of drinking and driving, as well as relevant DWI laws in Texas. read more

When stopped for DWI, it used to be that you should simply refuse everything. Refuse the field sobriety tests, refuse the breath test, refuse the blood test, say as little as possible and ask for a lawyer. Assuming you had more than a few, this used to be a good plan (if you really only had two beers, you should probably be giving a blood test). read more

In 2009, Texas legislators passed a law that allows a police officer to conduct a forced blood draw when a person is suspected of driving while intoxicated (DWI) in certain situations. However, many defense attorneys, legal scholars, and advocates have voiced concerns over the legality of a warrantless forced blood draw during a DWI. read more

As a deterrent to drivers that have been convicted of driving while intoxicated (DWI), the court may impose the penalty of the installation of ignition interlock devices in every vehicle that the driver uses. However, recent developments in the technology of ignition interlock devices have also caused serious problems for drivers even when they are obeying the law. read more