DoNotBlow Started with Tyler Flood - Houston's Infamous DWI Lawyer

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DoNotBlow Billboard Sign Years ago, almost everyone agreed that if you were stopped by police for DWI, the best advice was DoNotBlow into a breathalyzer. Why? Blowing into that machine is giving away evidence to prosecutors that would only be used against you. By not blowing, you make the state’s job more difficult by removing a piece of evidence they would use against you.

If you refuse to blow into a breathalyzer machine the officer may request to test your blood. In years past, it took a lot of time to get a warrant to conduct the procedure. That’s favorable for anyone facing drunk driving charges.

Then things changed. Houston got tougher on drinking and driving. Harris county streamlined the process for requesting warrants and made getting a warrant for blood test much quicker and efficient for anyone who refused to blow into a breathalyzer. Attorneys began to change their opinions on if a person should blow or DoNotBlow because blood tests were more complicated to fight.

Blood tests are seen to be more reliable, accurate and favorable evidence to juries. Some attorneys recommended blowing in to the breathalyzer to avoid the blood tests. Our motto has always been DoNotBlow for a reason. DoNotBlow becomes critical advice because no matter what you never want to freely give evidence.

Harris County has now cut back on the use of warrants for blood tests. The science of blood draws themselves can be attacked and crime labs have come under fire for issues with mistakes, errors and contamination. Junk science is happening in crime labs all across Texas every day, so DoNotBlow is more valid than ever.

The bottom line is education is critical. Weigh the pros and cons of each choice. Ultimately, it is your decision on whether to blow or DoNotBlow.

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"Tyler and his team are top notch—with years of experience under their belts they know what strategy will work to advocate for the best possible outcome. They are knowledgeable, professional, and courteous. Like a doctor, you never know you hire a bad attorney until it’s too late, and don’t take a gamble and retain someone else, especially when the clock starts running quickly, once you are arrested for a DWI. Run, don’t walk, to retain Flood and Associates!"

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"Tyler Flood did an excellent job in taking care of my situation when no other attorney could do so. He kept communication open by way of text messages and phone calls, I was inform in every step along the way and he represented me well in court. His assistant Andrea was very quick in responding to my emails, I felt comforted by their genuine concerns of my case. Highly recommended"

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"Tyler Flood and associates are an astronomical team. Tyler was aggressive when needed to be and very professional during my trail. He left no stone unturned. I highly reccomend Mr. Flood if you ever find yourself in a situation such as myself. The not guilty verdict for a dwi was the best! "

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"Great experience under terrible circumstances...when your future is at risk, the attorney you chose could decide your fate..Flood & associates took my case personal...I felt I was represented by family...highly recommend Tyler to everyone!"

- Brent

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"I personally want everyone to know, this is the best law firm for dui issues! They are professional and responds all the time, communications between the office and myself was on par at all times and bottom line. MY CASE WAS DISMISSED!!!"

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"Tyler did a great job for me. I never felt like he wanted me to settle. In fact he would encourage me to hang in there and go to trial. In the end my DWI was dismissed the day of trial. I would definitely recommend them."

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