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22 Jul 2020 Posted By Herman Martinez

Get Help with Your First DWI

Navigate Your First DWI in Texas with a DWI Lawyer  In the state of Texas, drinking and driving is a serious offense. With a DWI in Texas, you face severe penalties regardless of whether it’s your first, second, or third…

01 Jul 2020 Posted By Herman Martinez

The Consequences of Underage Drinking in Texas

Underage drinking continues to be a problem in Texas. In this guide, we hope to shed some light on the conditions and consequences of underage drinking in Texas. Our state’s numerous laws and penalties pertaining to underage drinking reflect the…

19 Jun 2020 Posted By Herman Martinez

When Does a DWI Become a Felony?

What Should I Know so I can Protect Myself?  Any criminal defense attorney will tell you that felony DWI charge is nothing to scoff at. We all know the word “felony” carries a lot of weight, but not everyone understands…

27 May 2020 Posted By Herman Martinez

7 DWI Consequences an Attorney Needs You to Know

Any skilled DWI lawyer can tell you that having a DWI on your record puts serious limitations on your freedom and your future. When you are convicted of a DWI, you could face probation, the loss of your license, and…

20 Sep 2016 Posted By Herman Martinez

Intoxication Manslaughter Charges in Texas

If you’ve been charged with a serious crime such as Intoxication Manslaughter, you will need an Intoxication Manslaughter Lawyer. Contact us today for a free consultation. In Texas, anyone who is driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and gets behind…

28 Jan 2016 Posted By Herman Martinez

When can a DWI be charged as a Felony in Texas?

It is important to understand that the circumstances directly surrounding your DWI arrest could greatly affect your charges. In the state of Texas, first and second time DWI convictions are only considered to be misdemeanors. You will have automatically been charged with…

11 Nov 2015 Posted By Herman Martinez

Field Sobriety Test FAQ’s

When an individual is pulled over on suspicion of DWI, the police will most likely conduct a field sobriety test (FST) to see if they are in fact intoxicated. Unfortunately, they are not always accurate because a myriad of other factors can…

31 Aug 2015 Posted By Herman Martinez

DWI if You Refuse a Blood or Breath Test?

Refusing a Blood or Breath Test In Texas, the “implied consent” law means that you consent toa test to determine the amount of alcohol in your system. The law measures intoxication by the blood-alcohol content (BAC) percentage. A measurement of…

25 Aug 2015 Posted By Herman Martinez

Proving Intent in Criminal Cases: A Prosecutor’s Burden

Proving Intent is One of the Hardest Parts of a Prosecutor’s Job Proving intent considers a  person’s mental state and makes up the largest part of how criminal trials transpire. Prosecutors have the burden that an individual’s state of mind…

18 Aug 2015 Posted By Herman Martinez

Fighting a DWI in Houston

Know Your Rights One of the first things you need to do if you want to have any chance offighting a DWI in Houston, is you need to understand and exercise your legal rights. The law does not require you…