Maybe you were having a party, things got a little loud and a neighbor called in a complaint. Or, you might have no idea why the police are at your door. Either way, that knock is startling, and even more so to see a couple uniformed officers (or -- even worse -- a...
Which kind of blood alcohol content test is most accurate?
In Texas, there are three kinds of blood alcohol content tests that may be used to prove a DWI. These include urine tests, blood tests and Breathalyzer tests. Out of these, the most commonly used is the Breathalyzer test. However, other chemical tests, such as the...
Can a portable breath test be used in court?
When you get pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, you may be given a portable breath test. Many people think that this is a Breathalyzer. It is not. The true Breathalyzer is much larger and will generally be used at the police station. The portable test is an...
Experts once claimed opioids were not addictive
Opioids are prescription painkillers, and they’re highly addictive. Those who become addicted often have very little control over their actions, such as using the medications even though they know that the manner of use is illegal. They may also gravitate toward other...
