The first two driving while intoxicated (DWI) convictions may not send you to prison, but a third one can. In Texas, a DWI conviction for the third time is a felony, and it carries harsher penalties than those for first- or second-time offenders. The penalties for a...
Month: December 2021
Texas DWI: Are there any rules in place when bonding out of jail?
When you post your bond (or bail) after a DWI arrest, you are allowed to leave the jail until your day in court arrives. Many people believe they can continue living life the way they did before the arrest. However, when you bond out of jail, you will almost certainly...
What are the legal consequences of a first-time DWI?
If you are facing DWI charges for the first time, there is a lot you may not be sure about. While you may have many questions about getting a DWI in Texas, you might also be wondering what kind of legal consequences you would face for a first-time conviction....
Are certain types of alcohol more dangerous to drive after?
Have you ever heard someone say they get more drunk with a certain type of alcohol? Maybe they've complained that they can't drink gin anymore because they just get too drunk every time they do, so they stick to beer and wine. This may make you wonder if different...
