Drunk Driving
How long will it take to complete drug court in Texas?
Drug offenses in Texas could mean jail time and a permanent criminal record. Many professionals will have a hard time getting good jobs if they have a substance-related conviction in their background. Others may find that they can no longer maintain the professional...
What happens if you try to cheat a drug test in Texas?
You need to pass a drug test. Maybe you’re trying to get (or keep) a job, maybe you’re on parole and required to submit to testing or maybe you’re in court-ordered drug rehab. There’s just one problem: You’re pretty sure you’re going to fail. In this kind of...
Can you share your prescription medications?
Prescription medications are incredibly common in the United States. The number one prescription medication is Lipitor, but it still only makes up 7.5% of the total. That helps to underscore just how many drugs are being prescribed every day. For instance, you may go...
Can DWI blood tests be wrong?
Typically, those who are stopped by the police with accusations of driving while intoxicated are given a Breathalyzer test. There are other options, though, because you could have a urine sample taken or have blood drawn. Of all the tests, blood tests are typically...
Your prescription medication could lead to a DWI
Did you know that you can get a DWI for being impaired by substances other than alcohol? That means that even if you’re taking a medication that you’ve been prescribed, you could face a DWI if you’re driving dangerously as a result. This is something that you have to...
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...