If you have been stopped by a police officer or other law enforcement officer while driving and subsequently questioned regarding your potential or suspected intoxication while driving, you may have been asked to perform a variety of tests. If you were ultimately...
DWI Defense
Understanding different types of intoxication charges
Texas residents may think a DWI is the only kind of crime related to alcohol. This substance can play a role in other charges, though. At , I know it is important for you to understand the kinds of charges associated with...
Field sobriety tests not always accurate
If you have been arrested and charged with a drunk driving offense in Texas, you may understandably be scared and upset and very worried about what might happen to you. The impact of a drunk driving conviction can be emotionally and financially tough on drivers....
Is it illegal to boat while drunk?
Hitting the water for a little leisurely relaxation time is a fun hobby for many Texans. When you're out boating with friends or family, it might be tempting to crack open a few cold ones and enjoy some drinks and company. Unfortunately, you could be breaking the law...
Are DUI charges a misdemeanor or a felony?
When Texan drivers like you face DUI-related charges, you're most likely going to be dealing with a misdemeanor charge. However, there are instances in which your DUI charge could actually be considered a felony rather than a misdemeanor.While misdemeanor DUI...
What is a nystagmus?
If you have been pulled over by a Texas police officer or other law enforcement officer and eventually questioned for suspected drunk driving, you may also have been asked to take a few tests right where you have been stopped. These are commonly referred to as field...
Effects of ride-sharing apps on drunk driving not conclusive
Many in Texas have used a ride-sharing application, such as Uber or Lyft, to get where they need to go. Yet the jury is still out on whether or not the existence of these services has any substantial effect on the rates of drunk driving in an area.As the New York...
Field sobriety test basics
If you have ever wondered just what happens during a typical drunk driving arrest process in Texas, you are not alone. While many people have heard about field sobriety tests, few truly understand them. As explained by FieldSobrietyTests.org, these different tests...
Clarifying Texas’ implied consent law
For those who have been stopped by law enforcement officials in Houston for suspected drunk driving, their first thought may be to refuse taking any sort of sobriety testing. Most may assume that officials cannot compel one to do anything that he or she does not...
Can drunk driving charges prevent me from visiting Canada?
If you have been charged with operating a motor vehicle while drunk, you may have many types of questions about the charges and how they could affect your future. Whether you are worried about a prison sentence, losing your ability to drive, or costly fines, these...