Texas law contains several defenses that have been approved by the legislature and made a part of Texas law – so-called statutory defenses. Examples of statutory defenses are self-defense, duress or entrapment. Even if you engaged in conduct that amounts to a criminal offense, a statutory defense could be used to find a defendant “not…
Category: DWI
Can diabetes affect a breath or blood test after a DWI arrest?
Diabetes is an extremely common disease in the United States. As of May 2024, the Center for Disease Control estimates that 38.4 million people in the United States live with diabetes. The Houston area is particularly affected by diabetes, and by some estimates, as many as 20% of Houstonians will have diabetes by 2040. With…
Should I hire a public defender or a private attorney for a Houston DWI?
DWI is one of the most common criminal offenses in the Houston area. If you are arrested for DWI in Houston, you will be given a court date soon after your arrest. The process for defending a DWI can be slow, and in general, you should expect a DWI to take several months to handle…
What to know about a first court date after a DWI arrest in Houston in 2024
Every week in Houston, there are dozens of arrests for driving while intoxicated (DWI). Most DWI arrests are for first-time misdemeanor DWI, although there are also many arrests for more serious felony DWI charges. In Harris County, after a DWI charge, you can expect to have a court date within a week or so of…
Consequences of Refusing a Breathalyzer Test: Legal Ramifications
In the Houston area, dozens of people are arrested every day and charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). Immediately after an arrest, the police will ask for a breath (or blood sample) to test for the presence of alcohol or other controlled substances. But what happens if you refuse to give a breath sample? What…
Mistakes to Avoid After a DWI Charge in Houston
If you have never been arrested before, being charged with DWI can be an overwhelming experience and it is easy to make a mistake that can negatively impact your chances of getting the best possible result in your case. After a Houston DWI arrest, the most common mistakes include missing deadlines, hiring the wrong attorney,…
Can you get a DWI on an electric scooter in Texas?
Over the last decade, the market for electric scooters has grown exponentially and is projected to almost triple by 2023. Along with the growth of the market, there has also been a huge increase in electric scooter-related injuries and deaths. Many cities have taken steps to more closely monitor the usage of scooters. But what…
What happens when an undocumented person is arrested for DWI in Houston?
In the Houston area, there are thousands of undocumented migrants who have come to the United States to work. The vast majority of undocumented migrants are hard-working people who have come to the country looking for a better life, but like all people they can make mistakes that lead to arrests. When an undocumented person…
Can you be charged with DWI in Texas if your drink has been spiked?
In Texas, drink spiking is a real phenomenon and much more common than many people realize. Last year, for example, police warned people of a surge in drink spiking and to take extra precautions when ordering drinks from bars. Drink spiking is typically done with the goal of causing a person to blackout or become…
Drunk Driving Accidents – Legal Implications and Victim Support
The legal implications of drunk driving in Texas have been significantly heightened in recent years, particularly with the introduction of new laws that add layers of penalties and responsibilities for offenders. The state of Texas takes a tough stance on Driving While Intoxicated or Driving Under the Influence (DWI, DUI). It is a sobering reality…
