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Arrested for DWI During the Holidays? Follow These 3 Strategies to Start the New Year Off Right

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While the holidays are recognized for their endless merriment and bliss, they’re also known for being one of the most turbulent times on the roads. As people rush to stores for some last-minute shopping and return home from New Year’s Eve parties, the risk of DWI accidents significantly increases, as some don’t drink responsibly and then attempt to drive home when they shouldn’t. If you were charged with drunk driving during the holidays, make sure you take the right steps  with the goal of getting your charges dismissed in the new year . Remember that just because you were charged doesn’t mean you’re guilty. Use this guide to get started. 1. Contact an Experienced DWI Lawyer  Right Away If you were arrested for drunk driving during the holidays, your first New Year’s resolution should be to put on your big boy pants and start the process of fighting for your rights immediately. Unlike the wine you may have drunk over the holidays, DWI charges do not improve with age—they turn...
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What You Should Know About Building a Strong Drug Crime Defense

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Were you recently arrested for possessing, manufacturing, selling, or trafficking drugs? Drug arrests carry heavy penalties, including jail time and exorbitant fines. Do not make the mistake of thinking you can defend yourself or that the charges will magically disappear. It’s time to go to work protecting your future and freedom. In this article, we’ll walk you through the process of what your next steps are in helping your attorney build a strong drug violation defense. Continue reading, and then reach out to us with questions at the end. Let’s get started. 1. Consult the Best Criminal Defense Lawyer  for You in Your Area If you want to maximize the chance of getting a favorable outcome, history shows that having an experienced and qualified criminal defense attorney helps. Your lawyer should have an excellent track record that they are willing to share with you. Make sure they’ve successfully handled a wide range of drug cases in the courts where your case will be heard. Ask the...
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What Is the Punishment for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia in Texas?

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  Any product, equipment, or accessory that is used to manufacture, use, or conceal drugs is referred to as “drug paraphernalia.” Common examples of drug paraphernalia include lighters, bongs, pipes, spoons, roach clips, small mirrors, razor blades, grinders, rolling papers, syringes, plastic baggies, UV lights, and a wide range of glass products. While drug possession, manufacturing, and trafficking are considered crimes in Texas, people often wonder whether possession of drug paraphernalia invites similar punishment. If you’re caught possessing drug paraphernalia, you will be arrested, but the fines and other punishment are less severe. Continue reading for more insight. Drug Paraphernalia Charges: Class C Misdemeanor As a Class C misdemeanor , possession of drug paraphernalia is punishable by a fine of up to $500. While the offender doesn’t face jail time, his or her driver’s license is automatically suspended for 180 days. If the offender is under the age of 21, the suspension ...
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What Are No-Refusal Weekends and Why Can’t I Refuse a Blood Test During One?

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  During the entirety of a no-refusal weekend , people who are arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI, for minors) cannot refuse a blood test. In essence, officers can collect blood evidence from you—by force, if necessary—if they have a signed warrant from a judge. No-refusal weekends were implemented years ago based on the implied consent statute proclaimed by the Texas Legislature. Implied consent is rooted in the premise that drivers enter a contract to “consent” to providing a body fluid specimen to law enforcement as part of the privilege of driving in the state of Texas. More specifically, Section 724.011 of the Texas Transportation Code says that a person arrested for a DWI, DUI, or other related offenses is, by law, already “deemed to have consented” to law enforcement taking measurements regarding his or her breath or blood. Are No-Refusal Weekends Unconstitutional? Some people consider no-refusal weekends draconian by their natur...
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