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  • Hurst
    • Leach, Ames & Brewer: Traffic violations can have serious criminal consequences, particularly when a driver is accused of driving under the influence. A conviction on DUI or DWI charges may result in fines, the revocation or suspension of your driver's license, and possible jail time. In addition, your insurance company may increase your rates to an unmanageable level. In defending against an impaired driving charge, you have many rights as a criminal defendant, including the right to cross-examine the witnesses against you, even if they are police officers. An experienced criminal defense attorney can make all the difference in such a difficult case.
  • Irving
    • White, George: The law is an ever changing body of information, and you should verify the information is current.
    • Martin Morrison: DWI and DUI are serious offenses that cause great hardship. An arrest and conviction can lead to the loss of your license, fines, community service, and possibly jail time.
    • Cashman & Conner: Nobody likes getting busted, especially for DWI in Texas. Texas is one of the toughest states for DWI, so make sure you've got an attorney who knows the right procedures to represent you.
    • Harvey Stephens: In general, the Fourth Amendment requires police officers to obtain a warrant prior to arresting a person or taking them into custody. Police officers are usually only permitted to take a person into custody without a warrant if they have probable cause to believe that the person has committed a felony or a misdemeanor in their presence. However, the Court in Terry upheld the constitutionality of a warrantless on-the-street detention and "frisk" (patting down a person to search for weapons), even though the officer's suspicions fell short of probable cause for placing the subject of the investigation under arrest. Under the stop-and-frisk exception established by Terry, police officers do not generally need a warrant to briefly detain and frisk someone without probable cause if they have reasonable suspicion of criminal activity.
    • McConathy & McConathy: If you have been charged with DWI, you must request a hearing within fifteen days of your arrest to prevent immediate suspension of your driver's license. Whether you face DWI or any other criminal charges, the important thing is to take immediate action to preserve your rights and possibly your freedom.
  • Keller
    • Hendricks & Weathers: Maybe you didn't commit the crime the police are charging you with, but you have a tough road ahead of you. Whatever your particular situation, when you are facing criminal charges, that is when you most need someone you can count on. You need an experienced and aggressive defense attorney.
  • Kerrville
    • Harold Danford: A Miranda warning advises individuals of their constitutional right not to answer questions that would incriminate themselves and to have a lawyer present before answering any questions.
  • Kileen
    • Ed Laughlin: There are many factors to consider about your current situation, including the effect a DWI charge will have on your future.
    • Tom Baker: You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.
    • Stevens & Stevens: The U.S. Constitution grants an accused the right to "a speedy and public trial, before an impartial jury" in "all criminal prosecutions." The alternative to a jury trial is a "bench" trial; i.e., a trial by a judge. In a jury trial, the jury determines facts and applies legal principles to reach a verdict. In a bench trial, however, the judge decides virtually everything.
  • Kingsville
    • Phillip Goff: Should I hire a lawyer? Without a doubt, YES, and the sooner the better. Some evidence, by its very nature, is most valuable and obtainable for a short time. Delay may prevent the development of some evidence. DWI cases are very complex, involving a great amount of law and science. Failure to quickly request an ALR hearing can handicap your defense. It is critical that you obtain quality legal counsel quickly. Conviction for DWI can lead to severe and far-reaching consequences, and your driving record will NEVER be cleared after conviction is final. Whether you hire Mr. Goff or another qualified lawyer, you owe it to yourself to hire an attorney to handle this matter. Don't kid yourself into thinking that you can do it yourself. If you could handle it yourself, would you be reading this?
  • Kingwood
    • Cheryl Fuson: Texas has recently passed a new law lowering the alcohol level in your system to 0.8 instead of .10 to be arrested for DWI. In the 1960's, a conviction of DWI would have been a fine and a slap on the wrist, but today it is a very serious offense, even for first time offenders. It involves a Class B misdemeanor with a possible fine not to exceed $2000.00; jail time not to exceed 180 days; or both. Your license is suspended for several months. Granted, usually probation is given the first time, but the fine is much higher, the conviction stays on your record forever and is also discoverable in your driving records which a potential employer could easily discover. This doesn't even include a 500 to 1000% hike in your car insurance!! Your best offense is to remember how serious it is to drink and drive and get caught. It just isn't worth the risk. Don't let anyone tell you it is a minor offense. It is not.
  • Laredo
    • Balli, Roberto: Facing state or federal criminal charges in Webb County can be one of the most terrifying situations ever encountered by a person. Regardless of whether the arrest is a minor amount of marijuana, several kilos of cocaine, or any other criminal charge that could take away your freedom and forever change your life, you need a lawyer that understands the law and your situation. Often a person arrested for a criminal offense is confused, scared, and uncertain of the impact an arrest will have on their life. These feelings are normal, and you need to realize that this is something that must be taken seriously, but you can also get through. Take a deep breath, regain your composure, and take action by speaking with an experienced state and federal criminal defense lawyer that can help you.
  • League City
    • Chris Samuelson: The State has almost unlimited resources when it comes to your case. You need to hire an attorney and pay a fee which will allow him to put time and effort into your case to counter the prosecution. Attorneys must earn enough in the time they spend on your case in order to keep their doors open and make a living wage. If you go too low, your attorney will not be able to put in the time necessary to protect you. Look for a reasonable, predictable fee, not the lowest.
  • Lewisville
    • Wright Law Firm: The DWI laws in Texas are tougher than ever. Conviction for a drunk driving offense can create havoc with your life. Many individuals think that there is no recourse if they have been stopped for driving under the influence. That could be wrong. Even for those who have been stopped and had failed breathalyzer or failed sobriety tests, there is hope for a clean record.
    • Isaacson, Lars: Often, when a person is stopped for DUI/DWI, it is often their first experience with the police and being detained. Some general information may be helpful. ¥ Driving under the influence/Driving while intoxicated is a crime under the laws of the State of Texas. It is punishable as a first offense with a fine and up to 180 days in the county jail. Subsequent convictions can enhance the charge to a felony level. ¥ When you are stopped for DUI/DWI, if you refuse a breath test, or test over the legal limit of .08, your license will be taken from you, and you will be handed a tempory license that is only good for a brief time. You must file a request for an ALR hearing within 15 days, or your license will be suspended. It is crucial you request an ALR hearing, as it will stay your license suspension until a hearing can be held on the sufficiency of evidence to make the traffic stop. ¥ Driving while intoxicated is an offense that can be fought and often can beÊwon at trial. It is an offense that is much more subjective than other alleged offenses, and the state has to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the driver was over the limit of .08 or was impaired by alcohol. ¥ Juveniles are under a "zero tolerance" policy- they may simply not drink any alcohol or drive. How do I get a loved one out of jail? Contact the jail where the person is being held. A partial list is provided on the links page. Soon after being processed, a bond will be set for the person being held. A bond is money given or promised to the court to guarantee that the person will attend all court hearings. The amount of the bond goes up, the more severe the alleged crime. There are two major types of way to post a bond- first is to put up the entire amount of the bond in cash, i.e., a "cash bond." Thus, if the jail informed you the bond was $1,000, then you could bring $1,000 to the jail to secure the release. Once the case is over, that money could be refunded or applied to court costs. However, many people may not have that type of money immediately on hand. They then can go to a bondsman, who will post the bond, in exchange for a fee, often 15% of the bond amount. Thus, if a person had a $1,000 bond, the person's family could go to a bondsman, who might charge the family $150.00 to post the bond. That $150.00 is not refundable. Ê What is the "surcharge" for a DWI Conviction? Under Texas Transportation Code ¤ 708.102, each year the Department of TransportationÊshall assess a surcharge on the license of each person who during the preceding 36-month period has been finally convicted of an offense relating to the operating of a motor vehicle while intoxicated. The amount of a surcharge under this section is $1,000 per year, except that the amount of the surcharge is: (1) $1,500 per year for a second or subsequent conviction within a 36-month period; and (2) $2,000 for a first or subsequent conviction if it is shown on the trial of the offense that an analysis of a specimen of the person's blood, breath, or urine showed an alcohol concentration level of 0.16 or more at the time the analysis was performed. Thus, a person convicted of DUI/DWI is assessed a minimum of $3,000 of surcharges- another reason to take these cases to trial! What do I do if stopped for DWI? Every case is different- but all parts of the DUI/DWI arrest and testing is for one purpose- to convict you of DUI/DWI. It is thus generally best not to participate in the DUI/DWI field tests, and not take the breath and/or blood tests offered to you. Ê Ê More questions? Driving while intoxicated is a very serious crime that can have great consequences for you and your family. Such charges can and should be defended.
    • Alexander & Baldwin: Facing criminal charges can be a frightening experience.
    • Kuzmich Law: If you have been arrested for DWI or DUI, you should remember that you have valuable rights, including: the right to remain silent and not make any statement to the police; the right to consult with an attorney prior to and during any questioning by the police; the right to terminate police questioning at any time; the right to refuse to perform police administered field sobriety tests or breath/blood tests; the right to consult with and retain the services of an attorney of your choice; and the right to require the State of Texas to prove your guilt to a jury beyond a reasonable doubt. Before waiving any of these rights, you should speak with an experienced criminal attorney!
    • Hammerly & Finley: A person may be sentenced up to 180 days in jail and fined $2,000 for a conviction for DWI.
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