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My dad doesn't qualify for indigent services - can we speak directly to the DA during our next court date? He had a very hard time getting around, too. Can I speak on his behalf? Should I call the DA's office myself and see what can be done? He's undiagnosed so we do not have medical... View More 
answered on Oct 18, 2018
If your father has dementia, make sure a competency hearing is performed before anything else. Bring documentation of his medical condition to court. Unless you have been designated as his guardian or are a licensed attorney, however, you will not be able to "represent" your father in... View More
On the ticket the arresting officer wrote 1ST Offense (TXPC 49.04B). Could this make any difference to my defense? I am also a diabetic with a blood sugar level averaging within the 400 range. I have read that this could affect a breathalyzer test. Please advise. Thank You.
answered on Oct 2, 2018
Were you given a ticket, or were you arrested? Bring all paperwork you have regarding this matter to a local attorney for review.
I got a letter in July of this year saying my license is suspended but I call the courts every week and still no case filed. It's now the end of September 2018. Is it normal to take over 9 months to file a case?
answered on Sep 24, 2018
First, your license suspension is a separate proceeding from the DWI. If a blood sample was taken on your DWI, it may take several months for the crime lab to return the results, which causes a delay in the filing of the criminal case. Call an attorney in your area; don't wait for a phone... View More
Until I blew a fail in my intoxalot but never had a lock out I passed on the 4 time therefore it was not alcohol related I had to siphon gas out of a boat that I was pulling to put into my truck and didn't even think about gas fumes now they want to send me to safe p for six to 9 months and I... View More
answered on Sep 24, 2018
Anything is possible, but you must have this discussion with a local attorney to see what options are available in your specific case. Good luck.
answered on Sep 19, 2018
It depends on the specific charge and the ultimate disposition of the case (accident or no accident, blood alcohol concentration and prior dwi offenses are all factors). Call the attorney who represented you on the original case. Good luck.
for suspected DUI?
answered on Sep 8, 2018
Short answer: yes. A "rolling stop" by definition is not a stop. This is a traffic offense, which gives an officer probable cause to detain a vehicle.
Got a DUI at around age 17, which is because I admitted to having a beer and was given a ticket and released to parents. Got an actual DWI, refused breath test and visibly drunk, at around age 19. No issues since, just wondering if it should happen again if it would be a felony.
answered on Aug 16, 2018
You are a "repeat" DWI offender based on your record. Not a felony DWI offender. However, if you are thinking about the possibility of it happening again, then your conduct has not been adjusted to assure it does not happen again. So, it WILL happen again ... eventually. Here's a... View More
Her bond has been set at 30k and she is currently in the Harris County jail. Court date is Sept 11. My question is, and I know you don't have a crystal ball. But, how much TDCJ time is she looking at serving?
answered on Aug 1, 2018
Expect a sentence greater than her last one, whatever that was. Close to the 10 year max.
I know she has some sort of aggravated DUI charge. I’m not sure if it is Intox Assault or DUI and evading in a vehicle. According to my old family friend, their attorney suggested using an out of state address (mine) as a way to avoid random urine tests and check-ins with a probation officer. The... View More
answered on Jul 31, 2018
I would have nothing to do with this situation if I were you. If your wife wants to compete any documentation without your consent, that's up to her. I am also sure that anyone who is like a father to me would ask me to perpetrate a fraud upon the Court. Good luck.
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answered on Jul 27, 2018
They typically run around $60 per month.
answered on Jul 9, 2018
It depends on your alleged blood alcohol concentration at the time of the event. Contact a local attorney, and bring all documentation you have regarding the incident; you only have 15 days from the arrest date to request a hearing on the suspension of your driver's license. Good luck.
What if the officer forgot to read me my rights at the time of the arrest? Will that be grounds for dismissal?
answered on Jul 3, 2018
Probation is available for felony DWI cases. If probation is granted, however, days in the country jail will be a condition of probation. Call an attorney for more details.
And there is a subsequent question: Have you EVER been in jail or prison?
I'm applying for citizenship. Is the DUI a noise now? Thanks.
answered on Jun 23, 2018
What was the final disposition of the 2004 4 case? The answer to that question will answer your first question. The answer to the question "Have you EVER been in jail or prison?" is obviously yes if you spent 10 days in jail on the matter. Contact the attorney who represented you on... View More
answered on Jun 23, 2018
An open container increases the minimum jail time if convicted on a Driving While Intoxicated charge. Below is the relevant section of the Texas Penal Code:
Sec. 49.04. DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED. (a) A person commits an offense if the person is intoxicated while operating a motor... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2018
You are disqualified from having a CDL for 1 year after the judgment date on the finding of guilty. You may apply after that.
I’m sure this is going to affect me what’s the best thing i can do ?
answered on May 28, 2018
Just because you were arrested doesn't mean a conviction has been entered. This can cause serious consequences with respect to your immigration status, so contact a local attorney ASAP about the DWI case and your options. Good luck.
I was arrested last weekend and still haven't been in front of a judge. I was arrested for DWI.
answered on Apr 20, 2018
Yes you can. The laws prohibit driving when a person does not have the normal use of their mental or physical faculties on a public road (even with a riding law mower) because of intoxicants. The Texas Penal Code states: "Intoxicated" means: (A) not having the normal use of mental or... View More
I received a DWI in Galveston County Texas. I have a Louisiana Driver's License. The sheriff's office took my license upon arrest. I was issued a 40 day "Temporary Driving Permit". It will expire before my court date(I have not received a court date and the permit expires in... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2018
You had 15 days from the date your license was confiscated to request a hearing on your license suspension (see the fine print on the bottom of the form). Understand Texas does not have the ability to suspend a Louisiana driver's license, but the DPS in Austin will notify Louisiana of your... View More
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