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Dallas DWI Lawyers

1. Key, John: Drunk Driving Drunk Driving If you have been arrested for drunk driving, you need a qualified and experienced attorney in your corner to make sure your rights are protected. Even more than that, you need someone with a thorough knowledge of the complexities of DUI law in Dallas to fight for you.
2. Manning Law Firm: 1) What Types of Intoxication Offenses are There? There are many different types of intoxication offenses. The most common include- Driving while Intoxicated Boating while Intoxicated Driving under the Influence (and Under 21) Public Intoxication Minor in Possession Minor Consuming Alcohol Providing Alcohol to a Minor Back to Top 2) What Should I do If I am Arrested for an Intoxication Offense? The first thing that you should do is attempt to act as lucid as possible. Remember, you very well may be on camera and this may be shown to the jury. Only speak when you are asked a question. The best thing you can do is to be as quite and calm as possible. It would also be wise to write down, in detail, what exactly happened, and how it happened. What were road conditions like? What did the officer say to you? Where were you coming from and where were you going? Were there any witnesses, and if so, who are they? All of this will be very useful to our law firm when we defend you. Back to Top 3) Should I Submit to a Breath Test? That is up to you, however, we most often recommend that you do not do so. If you refuse to submit to a breath test you may possible trigger the provisions under Texas law that automatically suspends your drivers license for refusing to submit to a breath test. However, if you do submit and are found to be intoxicated, you may be subject to even more severe penalties. From the point of trying the DWI case in front of a jury, it is much easier to try a DWI case where there is no breath test, even though the State can introduce evidence that you refused to submit to a breath test. Back to Top 4) What is the Range of Punishment on a DWI? Generally, if it is your first offense, you will most likely be placed on probation. If it is your second offense, you may still be placed on probate, but it depends upon the circumstances of the arrest (was there damage caused, how long ago was it after your first offense). Those sentenced with a DWI generally are given a range of alcohol education classes to attend as well. Back to Top 5) Will my Case go to Trial? It is very well likely that your case will go to trial. It really all depends upon the circumstances of the situation, how much evidence there is against you, what sort of criminal record you have, if any, and a variety of other factors. Back to Top 6) What is an Occupational DriverÕs License? An occupational drivers license is where your license has been suspended by the court, but the court grants you permission to drive under an Ôoccupational licenseÕ in order for you to get to and from work and to carry out other essential duties (i.e. get groceries, pick up children from school, etc.) Back to Top 7) Will I be Eligible for an Occupational Drivers License? A person is only eligible for an occupational drivers license if they have no prior alcohol related license suspensions. Back to Top 8) How do I Receive an Occupational Drivers License? You must petition the court in order to receive an occupational drivers license. Each county generally has its own method by which it awards occupational licenses. The Manning Law Firm can petition the court on your behalf and assist you in receiving an occupational drivers license and get you back on the road.
3. Bush Law Firm: * Criminal Defense When a legal problem could have a serious impact on your life, work with a lawyer who will aggressively protect your rights and fight to secure a positive resolution for you.
4. Holland, Danyale: * Drunk driving (DUI) * Unlawful possession of firearm by felon * Assault and aggravated assault * Domestic violence * Theft * Theft by check * Breaking & entering * Child endangerment * Forgery * Aggravated or attempted robbery and robbery * Larceny * Parole and probation violations * Drug crimes * White collar crimes, including embezzlement, conspiracy, money laundering
5. Grant Austin Dickey: Many Police Officers are trained to conduct DWI investigations during routine traffic stops. In some jurisdictions, specially-trained DWI task force members make more money than the highest-ranking police officials, due to the enormous amount of overtime they are encouraged to work. These officers have been taught how to conduct a number of specifically-certified field sobriety tests. Often-times these tests are recorded on video, and these officers know how to make people look bad on tape. Many cases involve a breath alcohol test administered by certified breath test technical operators using an Intoxilyzer 5000 breath analysis machine. There are many factors that can alter the results of breath alcohol tests on this machine, from temperature, to operator experience, to the size and strength of the breath sample, and you need a DWI attorney who knows how to expose the flaws in this type of scientific evidence. Some jurisdictions, eager to increase their rate of DWI convictions, have begun forcibly drawing a DWI suspectÕs blood after obtaining a search warrant from a local magistrate. There are numerous legal and factual challenges to this troubling new type of evidence, and we know them all.
6. Raggio, John: Unfortunately, in todayÕs society, the acronym of DWI and DWI has become very commonplace and heard in all types of circles. Sadly, these are clear indications of the growing problem with drunk driving and alcohol related incidents. And although often interchangeable, there are differences between DWI and DWI. Driving Above the Legal Blood Count Limit DWI stands for Driving Under the Influence whereas DWI stands for Driving While Intoxicated. Although at first they may seem the same, DWIs are issued to those who have been driving with above the legal limit of alcohol in their system, while those issued with a DWI, constitutes a driver who is on drugs or alcohol and their ability to operate a vehicle safely has been impaired. While these are very serious offenses, there are times when a person charged with a Driving While Intoxicated offense or DWI could have the charges dismissed with the assistance of a skilled DWI attorney. It is for that reason that itÕs critically important that you contact the qualified DWI attorneys at www.dallas-dwi.us immediately. Field and Sobriety Tests for DUI & DWI In the matter of DUI or DWI, opinions about the incident are gathered at the scene by police officers. Once the accused has been stopped or confronted by a police officer, different types of exercises such as a sobriety test, breathalyzer test or blood alcohol tests may be administered and given to indicate whether the suspected person is in fact impaired and whether they are considered safe drivers. The alleged act is scrutinized through a field of roadside sobriety tests along with observations regarding the way the driver behaves, speaks and walks. Police officers carefully study the manner and demeanor of the driver of the automobile to determine whether they are in fact Driving under the Influence (DUI) or Driving while Intoxicated (DWI). Alcohol Related Charges Whether you face DUI or DWI alcohol related charges, the DWI lawyers at Dallas DWI are here to help. Offering a host of legal solutions can be very beneficial in a crisis and can support you when determining what your next step should be. DonÕt take chances by being haphazard about your DWI. If youÕve been stopped, ticketed or arrested for a DWI or a DWI, the situation is very serious. DonÕt delay!
7. Corbett Law Firm: murder, ¥ assault including aggravated assault and family violence, ¥ all types of drug cases, ¥ financial related crimes e.g., forgery, theft, fraud, etc. ¥ DWI and DUI, and ¥ all others
8. Skocpol-Saleh, Kristine: * DUI * Misdemeanor * Felonies * Burglary * Robbery * Assault
9. Gastwirth, Lloyd: One can clean up a criminal record by expunging or sealing their criminal records. Expungement is the sealing of criminal records so that they may not be publicly available. It is basically the equivalent of erasing one's criminal record. One can petition the court to expunge their criminal record. Expungement may apply to convictions and arrests.
10. Shansab, Marjan: Family Law Immigration Law Criminal Law Civil Law
11. Bell Group: Driving under the influence of alcohol, drunk driving, or drink-driving, is the act of operating a motor vehicle (and sometimes a bicycle or similar human-powered vehicle) after having consumed alcohol (ethanol) or other drugs, to the degree that mental and motor skills are impaired. In addition to driving under the influence of alcohol and driving under the influence of other drugs, a third "DUI" offense consists of driving under the combined influence of alcohol and other drugs. The drugs causing or contributing to the impairment need not be illegal, but can consist of lawfully prescribed or over-the-counter medication. Anti-drunk-driving advertising campaigns have aimed to raise awareness of the legal situation and the dangers of driving while intoxicated. Drunk-driving is responsible for a large number of deaths, injuries, damage and accidents every year.
12. Quin, Smith & Assocaites: A DUI / DWI charge can land you in jail, cause you to lose your license, or cost you excessive fines.
13. Jake Jenkins: If you are charged with a DWI or intoxication-related offense in the DFW area, you need to hire an attorney that knows the law.

    You can fight the license suspension but YOU ONLY HAVE 15 DAYS TO REQUEST A HEARING ON YOUR LICENSE SUSPENSION.

    Failing a Breath Test or Field Sobriety Tests does not make you automatically guilty of DWI.

    You may be eligible for an occupational or essential needs driver's license.

    A conviction for DWI or DWLS can lead to an expensive surcharge on your Driver's license.

14. Bunger & Bunger: DWI, 1st Offense: Class B Misdemeanor.
    1. Fine: A fine not to exceed $2,000.00.
    2. Jail: Confinement in the County Jail for a term of not less than 72 hours nor more than six (6) months.
    3. Open Container:  If there was an open container of alcohol in your car when arrested, the minimum term of confinement is six (6) days in the county jail.
    4. Community Service:  Texas law mandates that a judge order not less than 24 hours nor more than 100 hours.

    Typically, unless there are unusual facts, most people convicted of a first offense DWI are granted probation (community supervision). The general length of DWI probation is two years. There are also conditions of community supervision ordered that are fairly standard in most courts. Typical conditions imposed are: Drug/Alcohol Evaluation, Alcohol Education, and attendance at a MADD Victim Impact Panel.  There may also be surcharges assessed to your driver license renewal.

    The Court May Order Additional Conditions of Probation:
    
    If the circumstances surrounding your DWI presents with compound facts, such as an accident, demonstrable alcohol consumption problem, priors, or poor driving record, the court may order additional conditions to the probation. One of these conditions may be the use of an Ignition Interlock Device which is installed on the vehicle and will require the operator to breathe into the device before the vehicle can be started.
    
    State Enhancement Penalties: (Prior alcohol or drug related criminal history)
    
    Under Texas law, if it is shown that a person has been previously convicted of DWI, the punishment and penalties after conviction are increased or enhanced. The prior DWI conviction must have occurred within ten (10) years of the present arrest for DWI. Additionally, if a person has any prior DWI conviction within the previous ten year period (measured from dates of arrest), the State is then allowed to use any prior DWI conviction since obtaining a drivers license to enhance the accusation to a DWI, third offense. NOTE: Texas can use prior convictions that have occurred in other states for enhancement of punishment.

15. John Teakell: Sex Offenses If you have been accused of any criminal activity and are in need of a powerful criminal attorney
16. Thomas Lochry: firm handles legal matters in the following practice areas: Criminal Law in State and Federal Courts, Misdemeanors and Felonies including Assault and Battery, Driving While Intoxicated, Drug Cases and Narcotics, Fraud, Murder, Sexual Assault, Theft, Homicide, Juvenile, Domestic Violence, Traffic Violations, White Collar Crime, Parole and Probation, Sexual Abuse.
17. Mathur Law Office:

    DWI and DUI - Drinking and Driving

    Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) and Driving Under the Influence (DUI) are some of the most common arrests in the criminal justice system.  Just because you arrested, does not mean that you are going to be convicted.  DWI cases are often won by our firm because the government does not properly stop the client while driving.  Additionally, there are often errors in the way a police officer provides tests for DWI.  The officer must give tests in a manner consistent with the law.  Also the police agency is responsible for properly preserving evidence, taking samples of breath or blood in accordance with the law or established standards of practice.  Properly storing samples taken can also be an area of contest. 

    Moreover, officers sometimes embellish the case to make it seem stronger.  No one, including  a police officer, wants to admit they were wrong.  Police officers and prosecutors also do not want to lose.  In fact, from the moment a person gets stopped to the time a person goes to trial, there are teams of people out to “make a case” against you.   

    How do you win?

    First, hire a lawyer that you trust and that you think will do a good job for you.  A lawyer with a strong work ethic will do his or her best without you having to worry or push them.  Hard workers work hard at everything they do, lazy people do not work hard at anything they do.  Second, let your lawyer review the evidence against you.  Third, take your lawyer’s advice.  There are several things that a lawyer will look for:

    1.  Was the stop made consistently with the law?
    2.  Was the evidence gathered legally?
    3.  Was the officer fair in his examination of the client?
    4.  Was the evidence preserved properly?
    5.  What kind of evidence was gathered to prove guilt?
    6.  What kind of evidence could have been gathered to prove innocence?
    7.  How were tests administered?
    8.  How and when were samples drawn?
    9.  Who took samples of breath and blood and were they qualified under the law?
    10. Who gave field sobriety tests, were they qualified under the law?
    11. Who is testifying and what is their background and expertise?

    These are just some of the most common things to look for.  There is a lot more to a DWI/DUI case than how much one had to drink or what the results are of the breath or blood test.