One of the most common reasons that people get arrested – rather than just ticketed – for traffic infractions while driving in Texas is because an officer accuses them of a driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense. Impaired driving allegations might result from a...
Criminal Defense
Bexar County DA says he’s toughening DWI prosecutions
If you get charged with DWI in San Antonio in 2023, you might face a tougher time than if you were arrested in '21 or '20. Bexar County's top prosecutor says he is getting tough on drivers facing DWI charges for the first time. Too many plea deals? The change has to...
Can you claim self-defense in response to pending assault charges?
It is against the law in Texas to put your hands on another person in an act of violence, to touch them in a way that they would likely deem offensive or to put them in a state of fear for their immediate safety. When you hurt, insult or intimidate another person,...
Accused of reckless driving? You could have a strong defense
Reckless driving happens when you drive without due care or attention. In other words, you aren’t paying attention to what you are doing or are being negligent in a way that puts yourself or others in harm’s way. If you are stopped for alleged reckless driving, you...
3 reasons Texas cops can arrest you for a DWI offense
People face driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges in Texas for several reasons. There are a handful of different circumstances that can potentially lead to a DWI arrest and then charges and finally criminal court. When you understand exactly when and why the police...