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  • Greaves, Craig: Q2. If I am driving a vehicle and an officer stops me and asks me to do a field sobriety test and/or provide a breath or blood sample, do I have to take the test? Answer: NO! Since you cannot be compelled to be a witness against yourself, you have no legal obligation to perform the field sobriety tests. Furthermore, if you are arrested for the offense of Driving While Intoxicated or Driving Under the Influence, you cannot be forced to give a breath or blood sample. There are legal ramifications for refusing to take a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) test. If you refuse to take a BAC test your driving privleges may be suspended from 60 days up to 2 years. However, if you take a BAC test and fail your driving privileges could be suspended from 60 days to 1 year.
  • Gray & Granberry: 15-DAY DEADLINE Ê The (DRIVING LICENSE SUSPENSION)Êconsequences of a failed or refused breathalyzer test A DWI charge in Texas can actually be two seperate actions. The first is the criminal charge issued by the county or district attorney's office. The second is the loss of your license if you fail or refuse to take a field sobriety test. ToÊavoid an automatic suspension of your driver's license, a hearing must be requestedÊ within 15 days . Penalties for conviction of DWI or DUI The possible penalties for the criminal portion of a first-time DWI conviction include fines up to $2,000, up to 180 days in jail, and a lengthy license suspension. Second and third convictions carry more significant consequences, including a felony conviction on a third conviction. If you are under 21 and charged with DUI, you could face up to a 180-day driverÕs license suspension, a fine of up to $500 dollars, community service, and mandatory alcohol awareness classes.
  • James & Reynolds: In Texas, you have only 15 days after a drunk driving arrest to request a hearing to save your drivers' license. For CDL drivers or others who drive for or to work, or even to take the kids to school, losing a drivers' license can be a major roadblock.
  • Earl Gray: Quite often persons accused of a crime will decide to represent themselves and try and negotiate directly with the prosecutor. They want the ordeal to be over quickly and easily. Understand this: it is not the prosecutorÕs job to advise anyone accused of a crime of the various defenses which may be available to the accused. You need an experienced defense trial attorney in your corner.
  • Eric Torberson:

    DWI Overview

    Texas DWI laws are tough and conviction for DWI in Texas carries tough penalties. Conviction for DWI, even a first offense, can result in:

    • Large Fines
    • Court Costs
    • Court-Ordered Alcohol Treatment
    • Mandatory AA Attendance
    • Probation
    • Jail Time

    A DWI charge can result from being stopped by police and registering .08 or more on a Breathalyzer, or refusing to submit to the breath test. 

    In either instance, your driverÕs license will be suspended, and you can be criminally charged with DWI. 

    If you are charged with DWI, working with an experienced DWI defense lawyer is your best chance for a favorable resolution of your case. In some cases, there are legal grounds upon which to challenge the stop of your vehicle and/or the administration of the sobriety test. In some cases the accuracy of the test results is subject to challenge. 

  • Lane Thibodeaux:

    If you, your son, or your daughter has been charged with an alcohol related offense, here is some useful background information for first time offenders:

    • DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence and is only for those under 21 with a detectable amount of alcohol in their system.
    • DUI charge is only for detectable amounts – does not have to be intoxication
    • DWI stands for Driving While Intoxicated and is defined as having over .08 blood alcohol
    • DWI is also defined as the loss of the normal use of physical faculties
    • DWI is also defined as the loss of the normal use of mental faculties
    • Making alcohol available to a minor is defined as anyone buying or providing alcohol to anyone over 21
    • Open Container – if there was an open container of alcohol in the car, a fine not to accede $500 may be assessed.
    • 1st offense DWI conviction for an individual under 21 years off age, will result in a one year drivers license suspension in addition to any other penalty assessed.

    Second and third time DWI offenses carry much more substantial fines, penalties and potential jail time.

  • Stephen Gustitis: If you are arrested for a criminal offense, or if you are the target of a criminal investigation, you should consider hiring a lawyer immediately.  A qualified lawyer has the training and experience to protect your rights and help you obtain the best possible result in your case.  Further, a lawyer will investigate your case and advise you about possible defenses and strategies.
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