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I am a recovering alcoholic and I slipped we got in a fight and she wouldn't let me out of a closet so I pushed out of the way. We have had the cops involved before. We love eachother and don't want to end our marriage. What should we expect and do?
answered on Jul 17, 2017
This is certainly a difficult situation, but a local, experienced criminal defense attorney can help. A Class C ticket has a range of punishment of $0 to $500 fine. However, a Family Violence ticket for Assault by Contact can have very serious consequences for your criminal record. You want to... View More 
answered on Jul 17, 2017
You can hire an attorney at any time. The Court can choose to keep the court date the same, or your attorney can request a new one so he or she has time to review all the evidence prior to court. The most important thing is to work with an attorney you trust has the experience and knowledge to... View More
Have dwi (1st dwi), would like to possibly move back in with parents 3 hours away. Can I move or do I need to find someone to stay with locally?
answered on Jul 17, 2017
Depending upon your bond restrictions, you can move. Unfortunately, it is highly unlikely your case will be transferred while pending. While it is possible to have a probation sentence transferred to your home jurisdiction, the case will be prosecuted where it originated.
I've been on probation an only have 18 months left but I'd like to get my felony DWI charge reduced for long term life reasons seeing how my first two Dwi's are already 10 years old as of now just not in 2013 when I got my 3rd
answered on Jul 17, 2017
Unfortunately, no. As DWIs are currently only eligible for straight probation and your probation was the result of a guilty plea and finding of guilt, the case will remain as currently charged.
answered on Jul 17, 2017
While employer guidelines may vary, the licensing board has specific requirements for reporting. You will want to have your specific guidelines analyzed by an attorney to ensure compliance. While arrests can be expunged if a case never follows and the statute of limitations has passed, most DWI... View More
answered on Jul 17, 2017
A 7th DWI is well within the guidelines for Felony prosecution. If he has a prior felony, he is not eligible for probation from the Judge or Jury. However, some counties have diversion programs for repeat DWI offenders who are high risk. Some of his programs grant probation where a defendant... View More
I took the time. Sentenced to 180, did 90 Harris County. There was no probation or alcohol education associated with the conviction. I'm now finally back on my feet and need a dl and vehicle for my next promotion to better support my family. I haven't paid a dime on my surcharges but... View More
answered on Jul 17, 2017
When you take jail time for a DWI-REP case, there should be a license suspension. Even if the Judge does not place it on your Judgement and Sentence, DPS can. Depending upon when your last DWI was, this could also be a "hard suspension" meaning you cannot obtain an Occupational License.... View More
answered on Jul 17, 2017
In Texas, a DUI is a Class C ticket for persons under the age of 21 who are alleged to be driving with any detectable amount of alcohol in their system. It is much more likely, your cousin has been arrested for a DWI which is a Class B or Class A Misdemeanor, depending upon the Blood/Breath Alcohol... View More
Can I be charged for DWI, after16 years ago it happened in Texas this would be my first DWI ?
answered on Jul 17, 2017
The statute of limitations on a DWI first is 2 years. However, there are certain things that can toll this limitations period. Once can be an active arrest warrant. You will need to contact a local, experienced DWI attorney to assist in resolving the matter.
My husband was arrested back in Sept. 2016 at 9am in the morning and was at the jail for 2 hours than was taken to the hospital to retrieve a blood sample and once drawn they handed it to the officer in which stood there talked to the Dr. for an hour before leaving with the blood, the jailer called... View More
answered on Jul 17, 2017
The blood draw taken at the hospital appears to have been pursuant to a DWI arrest. This can be done with either consent or a search warrant. The officer has a special blood kit to retrieve the sample and then take that sample back to the police department where it is submitted for analysis at an... View More
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