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  1. Abilene
  2. Addison
  3. Alice
    1. Gary Scoggins: Traffic citations can have serious negative consequences for both your driver's license and insurance rates. Speaking to an experienced attorney can help you minimize, and often eliminate, the adverse effects of a traffic citation.
  4. Allen
  5. Alvin
  6. Amarillo
  7. Angleton
  8. Arlington
  9. Austin
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  10. Azle
    1. William Copenhaver: bad things happen to good people
  11. Beaumont
  12. Bedford
  13. Belton
  14. Big Spring
    1. Donald Richard: You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.
  15. Brownsville
  16. Bryan
  17. Burleson
    1. Williams, Kevin: DWI/DUI Because Texas convictions for DWI (driving while intoxicated) or DUI (driving under the influence) carry heavy penalties, even for the first offense, it is essential to have a criminal attorney defend you. State law sets the limit for intoxication at .08 blood alcohol concentration (BAC). However, regardless of BAC, a police officer can issue a DWI charge for impaired driving due to alcohol or other drugs, legal or illegal. The Texas zero tolerance law makes it illegal for anyone under 21 to drive with any detectable amount of alcohol. When you are arrested and charged with drunk driving, you will be dealing with two separate casesÑan administrative hearing dealing with license suspension and a DUI/DWI criminal proceeding. Generally you must appear in court where a judge or jury renders a decision. However, once you are convicted, Texas law sets mandatory punishments, that leave the judge no discretion.
  18. Cameron
  19. Cedar Park
    1. Butler, Ron: In Texas, DWI cases can be tough to defend against, and that is why you want an aggressive defense to attack the evidence and explore every possible option to weaken the prosecution's case against you. I will also take the time to explore the potential for plea bargaining with the prosecution to reach a fair deal that protects your rights. Whether you face criminal charges for the first time or you have been convicted of a DWI in the past, my focus is to keep you out of jail. I will also help you take action to protect your license and minimize any potential fines you may face. In Texas, your third DWI is considered a felony. This is not just the case for drunk driving convictions over a period of a few years, but applies to convictions over the course of your lifetime. We will look at the circumstance surrounding your particular case in order to come up with a defense tailored to your needs. Drivers License Suspension If you have been arrested for a DWI, you have 15 days to challenge the mandatory suspension of your license, and 40 days to get an alternate license in its place. These administrative concerns are especially important for people who make a living with an occupational or commercial driver's license, or ODL.
    2. Shanks, Matthew: Most Texans drive at least once every day. You probably take your car to work or to school. Maybe you also drive other places throughout the day. Drunk driving charges automatically jeopardize this lifestyle. Even if you are not convicted of the crime, your driver's license may still be suspended or revoked.
    3. Murray, Joshua: * Drunk driving (DWI) * Possession of a controlled substance and other drug charges * Assault * Family violence * Theft * Juvenile crimes
  20. Clerburne, College Station, Conroe, Corpus Christi
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  22. Conroe
    1. Duane Corley: If you have been arrested or accused of a crime or traffic offense, you need an experienced trial attorney who is able to honestly answer your questions and zealously defend your individual and constitutional rights.
  23. Coppel
  24. Decatur
  25. Deer Park
  26. Denison
    1. R.J. Hagood: ... goal is to provide the highest quality legal services to you in a timely fashion.
  27. Denton Denton Denton
  28. Desoto
    1. Fred McDanieL: You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.
  29. Edinburg
  30. El Campo
    1. Manske & Manske: An arrest for driving while intoxicated (DWI) can be intimidating and can have lifelong ramifications. If you've been pulled over and charged with DWI (known in some other states as driving under the influence or DUI), you need an advocate who will remain on your side throughout the process.
  31. El Paso
  32. Fair Oaks Ranch
    1. James Mitchell: DWI and DUI charges are an increasingly common social problem in today's world. Throughout Texas and in all other U. S. jurisdictions, it is considered a serious offense and can lead to severe criminal penalties, including heavy fines, loss of driving privileges, and incarceration. The authorities in many states are currently cracking down on DUI offenses by reducing the blood alcohol content level at which a person can legally operate a motor vehicle. However, knowledgeable legal counsel can help you avoid hefty fines, license suspensions, or large insurance increases.
  33. Floresville
    1. Andres Cedillos: The Double Jeopardy Clause of the Fifth Amendment, which generally prohibits the government from putting any person "in jeopardy of life or limb" for the same offense twice, does not bar successive trials for the same offense by "separate sovereigns."
  34. Flower Mound
  35. Fort Bend
    1. Anthony Segura: A person commits an offense if the person is intoxicated while operating a motor vehicle in a public place. Intoxicated means: a) not having the normal use of mental or physical faculties by reason of the introduction of alcohol, a controlled substance, a drug, a dangerous drug, a combination of two or more of those substances, or any other substance into the body; or b) having an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more. Alcohol concentration means the number of grams of alcohol per: a) 210 liters of breath; b) 100 milliliters of blood; or c) 67 milliliters of urine. Breath Alcohol Testing Under Texas law an individual is legally intoxicated if his/her alcohol concentration is .08 or greater. A person's alcohol concentration can be determined by testing the blood, urine or breath. ÒAlcohol concentrationÓ means the number of grams of alcohol per: * 2 * 10 liters of breath; 100 milliliters of blood; or * 67 milliliters of urine. Blood testing is generally considered to be the most reliable and accurate, while urine tests are regarded as the least precise. If you are arrested for DWI in Fort Bend County you will most likely be asked to give a sample of your breath. Breath testing is the most commonly utilized method because it is the least expensive to administer. The scientific community is sharply divided over the accuracy and reliability of breath testing procedures. The police do not save the sample of breath tested. Thus, it is not available for re-testing by an independent laboratory. Time of Driving v. Time of Test An essential element of the crime of DWI is that the person is intoxicated at the time of driving. However, chemical tests only reflect a person's alcohol concentration at the time of testing. A person's alcohol concentration at the time of driving may have been higher, lower or the same. In order to link the test result to alcohol concentration at the time of driving the prosecution may attempt to present expert testimony concerning alcohol concentration at the time of driving. The process the expert uses to relate the test result back to the time of driving is known as retrograde extrapolation. However, in order for the expert to offer an opinion which will be admissible at trial, the court must find that the expert's opinion will be reliable. Factors effecting reliability include: 1. the length of time between the offense and the test(s) administered; 2. the number of tests given and the length of time between each test; and 3. whether, and if so, to what extent, any individual characteristics of the defendant were known to the expert. These characteristics and behaviors might include, but are not limited to: * weight and gender * typical drinking pattern * tolerance for alcohol * how much the person had to drink on the day or night in question * what the person drank * the duration of the drinking spree * time of the last drink * how much and what the person had to eat either before, during or after the drinking Intoxilyzer 5000 - The Breath Machine The State of Texas uses the Intoxilyzer 5000 to determine a person's breath-alcohol concentration. The Intoxilyzer's manufacturer claims the device works on the principle of Infrared Spectrometry. A sample of the subject's breath is collected in the device's sample chamber. At one end of the chamber is a light bulb. At the other end is a light detector. The machine measures the amount of light that passes through the chamber when no alcohol is present. This is this compared with the amount of light passing through the chamber after a sample of the subject's breath is introduced. In theory, the alcohol in a breath sample will absorb some of the light, thus the less light that passes through a breath sample the higher the concentration of alcohol. The Intoxilyzer has a computer chip which processes the results of the test to arrive at a specific alcohol concentration. The calculations the device performs are unknown as the manufacturer refuses to release the computer code. You may be interested to learn that the Intoxilyzer's manufacturer does not warrant that it is fit to accurately determine the alcohol concentration in human breath. In addition, there is no way to check the accuracy of results obtained by using this device because the State refuses to preserve breath specimens for future testing. Police Decide Between Breath, Blood and Urine Test Under Texas law the officer has the right to determine which type of sample to request. For example, if the officer requests a breath sample and you will consent only to a blood test, your license is subject to suspension as a refusal. However, if you submit to a chemical test you have the right to have a physician, qualified technician, chemist, or registered professional nurse take an additional sample of your blood for analysis. Your request must be made within two hours of your arrest and the police are not required to transport you for testing.
  36. Fort Worth Fort Worth Fort Worth Fort Worth Fort Worth Fort Worth
  37. Frisco
  38. Galveston
    1. Goldsbery & Associates: If you have been accused of a crime you may feel as though you don't have anyone on your side. You may be worried about what will happen to your reputation, your property, your career, or your family. You need an attorney who can help you protect your rights.
  39. Gainesville
  40. Garland
    1. Ronald Cross: DWI is a very serious offense in our Lone Star State. Anyone arrested today in Texas for DWI will encounter confusing procedures and potentially devastating punishments: suspension of driving privileges, fines, possible jail time, perhaps prison if a motor vehicle accident resulted in injuries, and particularly if this isn't the defendant's first offense. Sometimes the punishments can be more severe than in some felony cases. There is also the personal, human toll. Stories of loss of reputation, rescinded employment opportunities, and soaring automobile insurance costs aren't just stories. They're the new reality. As opposed to other traffic citations handled by our DWI attorney, DWI is the only offense of a criminal nature that uses subjective evidence for convictions. Evidence against you is based on the speculation of the arresting police officer during the few minutes you were in each other's company.
    2. Daniel Strann: Being charged with a crime can leave a sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach. If the State is trying to convict you of a crime it is imperative that you have someone with experience in criminal defense protecting your rights. Whether you are facing a misdemeanor, a DWI, or a felony charge such as theft or assault... ... You do not have to walk into court alone.
  41. Friendswood, Galveston, Georgetown, Gonzales, Grand Prairie, Hallettsville, Heath
  42. Georgetown
    1. Hesse, Steve: * Abandoning a Child * Aggravated Assault * Aggravated Assault on a Public Servant * Aggravated Robbery * Aggravated Sexual Assault * ALR Hearing (Administrative License Revocation Hearing) * Assault * Assault-Family Violence * Bribery * Burglary of a Building * Burglary of a Habitation * Burglary of a Vehicle * Consumption of Alcohol by Minor * Credit/Debit Card Abuse * Criminal Mischief * Criminal Trespass * Cruelty to Animals * Deadly Conduct * Delivery of Alcohol to Minor * Delivery of a Controlled Substance * Delivery of Marijuana * Disorderly Conduct * Driving with Licenses Suspended * DWI Ð Driving While Intoxicated * DWI with Child Passenger * Endangering a Child * Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity * Evading Arrest * Evading Arrest in a Motor Vehicle * Failure to Identify * Failure to Register as a Sex Offender * Failure to Stop and Give Information * Failure to Stop and Render Aid * False Report to Police/CPS * Graffiti * Harassment * Harboring a Runaway * Illegal Dumping * Impersonating a Peace Officer * Indecency with a Child * Indecent Exposure * Injury to a Child * Interference with 911 Call * Intoxication Assault * Intoxication Manslaughter * Manslaughter * Minor in Possession of Alcohol * Motion to Revoke Probation * Murder * Occupational License * Perjury * Possession of a Controlled Substance * Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver * Possession of Drug Paraphernalia * Possession of Marihuana * Public Intoxication * Reckless Driving * Resisting Arrest * Retaliation * Securing Execution of a Document by Deception * Sexual Assault * Speeding * Tampering with Governmental Records * Tampering with a Witness * Theft * Theft by Check * Traffic Citations * Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle * Unlawful Possession of a Firearm * Unlawfully Carrying a Weapon
    2. Price Law Firm: The Arrest - Was it Legitimate? When an individual is pulled over on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, he or she may be issued a number of tests to determine sobriety. Among these field sobriety tests are finger-to-nose tests, line walking tests, and more. Unlike blood, urine and breath tests, these so-called sobriety tests do nothing to actually determine an individual's blood alcohol level. More so, they test someone's physical abilities. These tests are administered to gather evidence against the individual accused of DWI. Even if an individual is not legally intoxicated, a number of factors can cause the "impairment" of one of these tests - flashing squad car lights, bad weather, a person's age and physical abilities, being tired and general nervousness. Now ask yourself - was your criminal drunk driving arrest legitimate? Was there a convincing reason for you to be stopped? Did the police officer gather evidence through a field sobriety test? If you have been arrested for DWI or DUI, contact a drunk driving defense attorney immediately... ...You have only 15 days to contest a license suspension.
  43. Hico
    1. Ricky Bryan: If you have been accused of a crime, the decisions you make now can literally affect the rest of your life. The strength of your defense should be assessed by an attorney who fully understands the unique facts of your case and who knows how the law applies to your circumstances. Only then can you make the critical decisions that will protect your future.
  44. Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston Houston
  45. Humble
    1. Nwuli, Joan: DWI/DUI Drunk Driving Too often people pulled over for drunk driving think they have no defense, so they plead guilty. This is a serious mistake. There may be DWI defense strategies we can use to challenge the field test or breath test. Don't risk license suspension or revocation. Contact us when you are charged with: * driving while intoxicated (DWI) * driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs * driving on a suspended license
  46. Hurst, Irving, Kileen, Kingsville, Kingwood, League City, Lewisville
  47. Kaufman
  48. Kingwood
  49. Littlefield
    1. Wells, Rush: * Family Law * Criminal Defense * Estate Planning * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Civil Litigation * Collections
  50. Longview
  51. Lubbock
  52. Lufkin
    1. Flournoy & Deaton: Many states have enacted statutes that grant non-law enforcement citizens the right to detain others if the citizen knows that the detained individual is engaged in the commission of a crime. This detainment is frequently referred to as a "citizen's arrest." These statutes usually set forth specific guidelines regarding the circumstances under which a person may place another under citizen's arrest. Even states without specific statutes, such as Florida, often allow average citizens the right to arrest others, based on general principles of law.
  53. Marlin
    1. Karels, Hoagie: A Texas DWI charge is like no other crime in America. Besides the legal penalties, DWI offenders face embarrassment, shame, and loss of driving privileges and professional licenses. As if that weren't enough, you risk losing your job, having to install an ignition interlock devices on your car, and you may even have to wear an ankle bracelet to monitor your movements and alcohol consumption. No other crime provides this many opportunities for the government to restrict a person's freedom. DWI and intoxication crimes are the only cases in Texas where a "first offender" has no option to keep a clean criminal record without a trial and acquittal.
  54. Manor
  55. McAllen
  56. McKinney McKinney McKinney McKinney McKinney McKinney
  57. Mesquite, Mount Pleasant, Nacogdoches, New Braunfels, Odessa, Pearland
  58. Pfarr
    1. Orozco, Damien: Drunk driving can have a serious and lasting impact on you. You may lose your vehicle, struggle to go to work, lose your job and be unable to care for your family. To ensure that you do everything possible to protect yourself and your future, you need to be aware of your rights and your options. DWI / DUI- What You Need to Know * DWI/DUI enforcement has increased greatly over the past few years. * Being arrested for a DUI/DWI can lead to criminal charges and license revocation * You can be arrested and convicted for Flying While Intoxicated and Boating While Intoxicated In Texas, the State can prosecute your third or higher DWI as a felony. The penalties become higher, including time in prison. Our experienced criminal defense lawyer will handle your automatic suspension right away if you have a DWI issue. Do not add to your convictions. You Need a DWI Attorney From Beginning to End If you or a family member has a DWI issue, you need an attorney from the day you post bond through to the final resolution of your matter.
  59. Plano
  60. Richardson
  61. Richmond
  62. Rockwall
  63. Rosenberg
    1. Becerra, Colgin, & Perwin" Being accused of a crime and having a government attorney prosecuting you is often a difficult and troubling situation. Therefore, it is important to make sure that you have a competent attorney looking out for you if you are in this situation.
  64. Round Rock
  65. San Angelo
    1. McKillop, Shawntell: t's important to remember that you have only 15 days to file for an ALR (Administrative License Review) hearing to contest a suspension of your driver's license. There's an automatic suspension of your license 40 days after your arrest. Speak to an experienced DWI/DUI attorney to assist with obtaining an occupational driver's license.
    2. Jimmy Stewart: Need help with a criminal offense?
  66. San Antonio San Antonio San Antonio San Antonio San Antonio San Antonio
  67. San Marcos, Sea Brook, Sherman, Snyder, South Padre Island, Spring, Stafford, Stephensville, Sugar Land, Sulphur Springs, Temple, Texarkana
  68. Seguin
    1. Kolb & Murray: Has worked on many types of Criminal Cases including Possession, Trafficking and Delivery of Illegal drugs; Assault and Domestic Violence Cases; Sexual Assaults and Sex Offense Crimes; Weapons Violations; Thefts; Burglaries; Vandalism; and Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) & Driving Under the Influence(DUI ) - Felony & Misdemeanor; and Juvenile Crime.
  69. Spring
    1. Buskirk, Bruce: Protect Your Freedom Operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is against the law and such offenses are taken very seriously in a court of law. Increased awareness about the negative effects of drunk driving as well as pressure from numerous activist groups has caused law enforcement officials, judges, and politicians across the nation to make a more concerted effort toward securing convictions for those accused of drunk driving. This makes it extremely difficult for individuals charged with drunk driving offenses to receive a fair trial. If you or someone you know has been accused of drunk driving, don't face the charges alone. A knowledgeable and experienced criminal defense attorney can ensure your rights are not violated and help reduce or dismiss your charges. Drunk Driving Conviction Penalties Essentially, drunk driving also referred to as DUI, DWI, refers to an individuals inability to adequately operate a vehicle as a result of substance abuse, whether the substance is alcohol, narcotics, prescription drugs, or over-the-counter medication. Drunk driving laws vary according to state and the consequences typically depend on a number of factors surrounding the case including prior convictions, parole status, and more. Punishments and penalties of drunk driving convictions include, but are not limited to: * Jail time * Loss of drivers license and insurance * Vehicle impounded * Parole/probation * Court ordered rehab or driving school * Hefty fines * Other
  70. Temple
    1. Michael White: When you face a criminal charge, it is crucial to secure skillful representation. A conviction for DWI has serious consequences. Even though a first-time offense is a misdemeanor, there is no way to get it off your record. Your driver's license will be suspended and your insurance premiums will increase. You will owe a fine and may go to jail. If you have been arrested for DWI, you need a strong and effective defense attorney standing up for your rights and freedom. A drunk driving arrest starts two legal actions against you Ñ an administrative proceeding concerning your driver's license and a criminal proceeding. The Law Office of Michael F. White, P.C., can represent you in both. After an arrest for DWI, your driver's license will be suspended. You have 15 days from this date to request a hearing to challenge the suspension. Our firm can request this hearing for you and use it to establish certain facts that could be of use in the criminal proceeding. We will also provide energetic representation in the criminal aspect of your case. Defending a DWI Charge In a DWI case, there may be one or more viable defense strategies. * The police may not have had probable cause to stop your vehicle. * The field sobriety tests may have been improperly conducted. * The breath testing machine may not have been calibrated properly or the test conducted properly. * The police may have destroyed evidence that is vital to their case.
  71. Texarkana
  72. Texas City
  73. Tyler
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  75. Waco
  76. Waxahachie
  77. Weatherford
  78. Webster
    1. Tylka Law Firm: Many people who face legal challenges, like those after a drunk driving arrest, have questions about criminal defense.
  79. West Columbia, Wimberly, Woodlands
  80. Wylie
    1. Matern, Deborah: Children Child Care Child Custody Child Custody Mediation Child Support Grandparents Custody Grandparents Visitation Rights Juvenile Law Parental Rights Termination of Parental Rights Third Party Custody Visitation Rights Criminal Law Assault and Battery Criminal Defense Criminal Forfeiture Criminal Fraud Criminal Prosecution Drivers License Suspension Driving While Intoxicated /D U I Felonies Malicious Prosecution Misdemeanors Parole and Probation Search and Seizure Theft Drugs and Narcotics Controlled Substances Law Drug Crimes Family Law Alimony Community Property Law Divorce Divorce Mediation Domestic Partnerships Domestic Torts Domestic Violence Equitable Distribution Marital Agreements Marital Property Law Marital Property Settlements Name Changes Paternity Post Divorce Modification Postnuptial Agreements Premarital Agreements Restraining Orders Separation Agreements Spousal Support Personal Injury Accidents Automobile Accidents and Injuries Probate Probate Administration Trusts and Estates Estate Administration Wills Inheritance The prosecutor has immunity from civil liability for actions undertaken during their official duties. The prosecutor enjoys both absolute and qualified immunity. The prosecutor has absolute immunity in initiating a prosecution and in presenting the State's case, so long as the prosecutor's actions are done in conformity with the judicial process.
  81. Wichita Falls
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