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Category Archives: DWI
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How To Get 2nd DWI Charge Reduced in Texas? 2025
Each state varies when it comes to laws involving driving while intoxicated (DWI). Penalties could involve fines, loss of driving privileges, and jail time. If you have already had a DWI charge and are now faced with a second accusation, it is important to know…
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What Does a Houston DWI Attorney Do?
If you are facing criminal charges for DWI, you may be wondering, “What does a Houston DWI attorney do?” Criminal defense attorneys focus on representing clients who stand charged with violating one of Texas’ criminal laws. Having legal representation in criminal court comes with many…
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Do I Need a Lawyer for a DWI in Texas?
The potential penalties for a DWI conviction are serious. Even a first-time criminal charge carries the potential of time in jail. Then, there are the potential fines and loss of driving privileges. You may ask yourself, “Do I need a lawyer for a DWI in…
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How Much Does a DWI Cost in Texas?
“How much does a DWI cost in Texas?” This is a question many first-time offenders have. There are many factors that affect the cost of resolving a DWI charge. One way you can reduce the potential penalties that you face after being arrested for a…
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How Much Does a DWI Lawyer Cost in Texas?
How much does a DWI lawyer cost in Texas is one of the first questions you may have when facing Driving While Intoxicated charges. The truth is that the expense of hiring a DWI defense attorney in Houston, TX, depends in large part on the…
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DWI 3rd Offense in Texas – What You Need to Know
Being pulled into the court system for any reason is intimidating, but facing criminal charges can be particularly frightening and life-altering. Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charges are taken very seriously in Texas and, in extreme situations, can even lead to life in prison. After the…
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DWI 2nd Offense in Texas – What You Need to Know
If you are facing a DWI 2nd offense in Texas, then you have already gone through the experience of being arrested, charged, and convicted of a DWI. You may be experiencing the same anxieties as the last time or remembering the consequences of your last…
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DWI First Offense in Texas – What You Need to Know
Driving while under the influence of substances impairs your ability to drive safely. It also puts your life and the lives of others around you in danger. As a result, DWIs are not treated lightly by law enforcement or the courts. This can lead to…
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DWI vs DUI Texas: What’s the Difference?
You might hear the terms “DWI” and “DUI” used interchangeably in Texas, but they are not, in fact, exactly the same thing. It is important to understand the difference between these two terms, as they have different definitions and legal implications that can make all…
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Why You Should Consider Hiring a Forensic Lawyer-Scientist for Your DWI Case
Houston criminal defense attorney, Joseph Ruiz, recently completed an intensive program hosted by the American Chemical Society (ACS) - CHAL Division, where he earned the designation of a Forensic Lawyer-Scientist, the highest form of scientific recognition available for lawyers; a recognition that only less than…
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