Many people in El Paso, Texas, think that DUI laws only pertain to driving, but it can also include open containers. If a police officer finds an open container in a vehicle, the driver could get charged with driving while intoxicated. Open container laws and...
How to act if you’re pulled over for suspected DUI
A Texas police officer who observes a vehicle being driven in an erratic fashion will likely conduct a traffic stop. If you're the person driving that vehicle, it's important to pull over as quickly as possible. This is generally a good idea even if you may be at risk...
How a DUI might negatively impact your life
Texas law prohibits a person from operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If a police officer believes that you are too impaired to drive, he or she may take you into custody and charge you with DUI. Here are some potential...
Does Texas treat DWIs more harshly than other states?
Some people in Texas choose to learn the hard way regarding law enforcement's approach to drunk drivers. The tough stance seems appropriate when you consider that in 2011 alone, more than 1,000 people lost their lives in the state due to drunk driving. Driving while...
Drunk driving during the holiday season
Drunk driving accidents kill more than 10,000 road users in Texas and around the country each year, and a disproportionate number of them take place during the holiday season. Thousands of people in the Lone Star state will attend Christmas parties and New Year’s Eve...
Does Texas treat DWIs more harshly than other states?
Facing drunk driving charges is daunting. You might not be sure of the penalties you’ll face and how a drunk driving conviction will impact your life. How long will your license suspension last? Will you have to spend time in jail? You also may think about how facing...
Accused of drunk driving? Defend yourself effectively
In Texas, the legal limit for alcohol in your blood is .08% while driving. If your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is .08% or greater, then you could face a DWI for driving while intoxicated. Did you know that you could face accusations of a DWI for any amount of...
It’s probably not a good idea to engage in field sobriety tests
When a police officer pulls you over, he or she may suspect you of drunk driving. Perhaps you had a drink on your way home and your breath smells like alcohol. Maybe you were weaving or forgot to use a turn signal. Regardless of the reason why the officer pulled you...
You may face a more serious DUI charge than you think
Any type of criminal charge could have significant and lasting effects on a person's life. However, in some cases, charges could be more severe than others. For instance, you may initially think that the DUI charge brought against you is of the standard variety, only...
Texas DUI: Things you should know about field sobriety tests
If a Texas police officer has ever pulled you over in a traffic stop, you know how stressful such situations can be. In fact, your heart might start racing as soon as you see flashing red and blue lights in your rearview mirror. It's understandable, as there's no way...
