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Judges, prosecutors, and the police consider driving while intoxicated a considerable public safety concern; a motorist’s impaired physical abilities and judgment pose a threat to other road users. A third-time DWI conviction carries severe penalties,...

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges in Texas come with substantial legal, financial, and personal consequences. Financial impacts can include the immediate costs of your vehicle being impounded, hefty fines or bail, and the long-term costs of...

As one of the leading causes of fatal road-related auto accidents, driving while intoxicated is a serious offense in the eyes of the law. That is particularly true if you are a repeat offender, meaning you have other charges involving driving under the...

Being stopped by the police after a night out can be one of the most distressing experiences. You might have had one or a few drinks, but not enough to make you drunk. However, for some reason, the police can single you out and subject you to field...

A Texas DWI charge carries serious consequences that can significantly affect your life. When you are arrested for driving while intoxicated, you risk losing your driving privileges because of the significant risk your intoxicated driving poses to other...

In many states, driving under the influence (DUI) and driving while intoxicated (DWI) are used interchangeably. However, in Texas, the abbreviations DUI and DWI have different meanings. If you have been apprehended for operating a car while intoxicated,...

Facing a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charge can be overwhelming. This is because this offense invokes two different legal proceedings: criminal proceedings and DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) administrative hearings. During a DMV hearing, you...

Beyond the immediate consequences of fines, license suspension, and potential jail time, a DWI conviction can affect your right to own or possess a firearm. This unexpected consequence can be nerve-racking, especially in Texas, where the right to own a...