Driving while intoxicated is a serious offense, regardless of age or status. However, for college students in Texas, a DWI can have significant and lasting consequences that stretch beyond the legal realm. These consequences can directly impact their educational...
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What to do when the police pull you over for a DWI in Texas
Driving while intoxicated is a serious offense in Texas, and the consequences can be severe, including hefty fines, license suspension and even jail time. If a police officer pulls you over for a DWI, it is important to remain calm and follow specific steps to ensure...
What happens if you receive a DWI conviction out of state?
DWI convictions can have serious and long-lasting consequences. You may not know what to expect if you have never faced DWI charges. A DWI charge that results from an incident outside your home state can add another layer of uncertainty. What happens if you receive a...
What does implied consent mean?
A traffic stop that involves an officer asking if you have consumed alcohol may result in a DWI charge. Some of the steps you take on the side of the road may determine the type of charge, if any, you might ultimately face. Texas laws attempt to deter drinking and...
What is life like after jail?
Getting a DUI may seem like a terrible thing for many reasons. Of course, many people have a fear of the possibility of enormous fines or time in jail. But the time after jail also poses a major problem. In fact, your life can change entirely in the aftermath of a DUI...
How can you get a DWI dismissed in Texas?
Many assume an arrest for driving while intoxicated in Texas automatically leads to a conviction. However, many defendants convince the court to reduce or dismiss the charges. Understanding one's options could help a person find a strategy for fighting a DWI. Recent...
Does the penny-in-the-mouth DWI trick work?
As you probably know, Texas is not a place to drink and drive. After all, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety, driving while intoxicated can have serious consequences, including the loss of your driving privileges, higher insurance rates and alcohol...
What is the purpose of an ignition interlock device?
If you wind up with a DWI, you may have to change a few things about how you go about your daily life. One of these is what it looks like to drive, especially if the court requires you to install and use an ignition interlock device. Until you need to use one, you may...
How much does a Texas DWI raise your insurance rates?
A Texas conviction for driving while intoxicated impacts many aspects of your life. Even if you are a first-time offender, you should still expect to face a range of serious penalties following a drunk driving conviction. While you may face thousands of dollars in...
Possession of illicit substances by young people
Children and young people are not immune to drug arrests. Additionally, as the parent of someone who is not legally able to drink, there are additional alcohol possession and consumption laws to consider. This article will look at a few different categories of drug...