It can happen to the best of us. It can happen to the most careful people out there. Being charged with your first DWI in Texas is stressful and scary. You might automatically start thinking about having to spend time in jail and paying heavy fines. Texas penalties for DWI are strict. That’s why it’s…
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Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a serious crime that comes with hefty fines and penalties if you are convicted in Texas. It’s important that you have an understanding of the Texas DWI laws, especially if you have been charged recently with DWI. You should never admit guilt, nor should you answer any questions from a…
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Last month as news broke out about serious issues with integrity of thousands of Becton Dickinson (BD) grey Top blood testing vials, news crews and government officials alike scrambled to get out ahead of the story. A “critical problem” they called it, describing the estimated 1700 testing kits potentially impacted by BD’s faulty manufacturing. DWI…
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The flashing lights of the police in the rear-view mirror causes most people to have an immediate visceral reaction. People that are pulled over feel anxiety, stress, and fear, especially if they have been drinking. They will say what they can to get out of trouble to the police officer but when it comes time…
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The state of Texas hasn’t been kind to people charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI). Legislation has tried to combat rising drunk driving fatalities with more stringent DWI laws. Unfortunately, these laws haven’t hindered the rising DWI death toll. The National Highway Safety and Traffic Administration (NHTSA) has reported an increase of 200 more alcohol-related…
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The 86th legislative session in Texas has welcomed many new bills. One of the most controversial is the prohibition of forensic hypnosis from a criminal courtroom proposed by State Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa. You may have seen examples of forensic hypnosis in television dramas such as C.S.I or The Long Island Medium. This practice may…
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In movies, public intoxication is a harmless venture done by most adults. Unfortunately, the real world has some sobering consequences for people who are openly drunk. Inebriated individuals in public areas could face criminal charges and staggering hospital bills. The city of Houston has tried to rectify this problem by implementing structures called “sobering centers.”…
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In the United States, there are eight states that allow passengers to have an open container of alcohol in the car—Texas is not one of them. The Lone Star State is actually known for its strict DWI offenses and open container laws, however, it is possible to defend against these charges. Here’s what you need…
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A study recently released from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine calls for the lowering of the blood alcohol concentration level from .08 to .05.
For the first time, we’re getting an inside look at two Houston police agencies property room, which was damaged by the floodwaters produced by Hurricane Harvey.
