Drunk Driving
Weren’t drunk? Auto brewery syndrome could explain impairment
If you’re ever stopped by the police and accused of driving while intoxicated despite not being, it’s important for you to take a deep look into your health. If you were feeling disoriented, tired or even a little bit drunk despite having no alcohol, one of the...
Substance abuse and handling criminal offenses
If you are someone who struggles with a substance use disorder, you should know that there are options available to help you. If you’re now facing charges, one of the best things you can do for yourself is to look into alternative sentencing and consider if substance...
3 reasons you could challenge Texas DWI breath test results
Physical or chemical evidence is very helpful for prosecutors intending to bring driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges against someone. Chemical breath tests help demonstrate that someone had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) over the legal limit, even if their...
Is it a felony to evade arrest?
You never planned to evade arrest, but you got nervous when a police officer turned on the flashing lights behind your car. You didn't want to stop, and the officer had to turn around to give pursuit, so you decided to speed up and see if you could get away from them....
3 benefits of pretrial diversion through the Texas drug courts
Texas has notoriously harsh laws about drug prohibition. People accused of nonviolent drug offenses can face incarceration and hefty fines under state law. The criminal record that results from conviction will affect their life for years to come. Fear of the courts is...
What is a state jail felony?
If you live in Texas and are accused of a drug crime or lower level property crime, you could be facing something called a state jail felony. A state jail felony belongs to a felony category created in 1993. Section 12.44(a) of the Texas Penal Code discusses state...
Substance abuse treatment may be an option after a DWI
If you are struggling with a drug or alcohol abuse disorder, it is important to look at how you can get help. If you now face legal trouble with a DWI for having drugs or alcohol in your system, then you may need to seriously consider doing so through a substance...
What are the licensing consequences of a DWI in Texas?
Texas police officers are always on the lookout for signs of a driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense. Drunk driving has a strong correlation with crashes that cause injury, property damage and death. To deter people from getting behind the wheel after drinking, the...
Field sobriety tests don’t always provide accurate results
During a traffic stop where a police officer suspects chemical impairment, they will have to find grounds to request chemical testing or to arrest the driver. Often, the interaction starts with a few questions and then quickly precedes to a field sobriety test. The...
Juvenile crimes in Texas: The basics
Parents do their best to raise good children. We take them to school; we enroll them in extracurricular activities and try to encourage them to make good life choices. Unfortunately, children may find themselves in a bad situation. This situation could escalate, and...