There are many DWI field sobriety myths surrounding how these tests are to be performed, and what it takes to pass them. As a Houston DWI lawyer, I review DWI field sobriety tests daily. It troubles me how police officers…
A lot has been said about the Houston, Harris County, Texas DWI DIVERT program since it was started earlier this year. I see both sides of the debate. It can be a positive for those that are clearly intoxicated and…
Since I am a Houston Criminal Defense Lawyer I know how the court appointed system works in Houston, Texas. Today, I will be discussing the various issues regarding the proposed Harris County Public Defenders Office at the KPFT studios. My…
When people know that they are going out drinking it is always a good idea to have a designated driver that is not going to drink. When a designated driver is not available a person should opt for a cab…
Getting a DWI dismissed in Texas is difficult but not impossible. Deetrice Wallace, a Department of Public Safety contractor who faked inspections of alcohol breath testing devices was convicted and sentenced to one year in the State Jail for Tampering…
One of my clients, that had a DWI arrest dismissed, cleared from their record had the experience published. I was given permission to post it here. Despite getting the case dismissed the urge still existed to inform the public about…
Is a first time felony eligible for pretrial diversion? Recently, I asked an important question relating to the Harris County District Attorney’s Office Pretrial Diversion Program. I wanted to know if a person charged with DWI with a child passenger…
One of the most frustrating things about being a Houston Criminal Attorney is having to wait for the assigned prosecutor to do their “RIP” call. What is a “RIP” call? “RIP” stands for Restitution, Injury, and Punishment. It is the…
New Probation Laws to Shock All: Selective probation in Harris County, Texas? I do not agree. As a Houston Criminal Defense Attorney, I must admit that I was shocked when I heard a rumor regarding the Harris County District Attorney’s Office…
Getting a bond reduction is something that a lot of people eager to bond their loved ones out of jail do not think about. In a lot of instances, a court will initially set a very high amount in a…
