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2024 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 (2024) – 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 (2024) – 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 (2024) – 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? 2024
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…
Joseph Ruiz
2024 What Happens When You Get A DWI in Texas?
Driving while intoxicated (DWI), also called driving under the influence (DUI), is one of the most commonly prosecuted crimes throughout the United States. Despite every state enforcing strong laws aimed at discouraging DWI, drivers continue to endanger themselves and others by driving while impaired by…
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Is DWI a Felony in Texas? 2024
Though driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a fairly common offense, the punishments can be significant. A single mistake can alter a person’s entire future, especially if they are underage or are just entering the workforce. Regardless of your circumstances, it is important to understand what…
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How to Expunge a DWI in Texas? 2024
When you work hard to build up a reputation, a career, and a life for yourself, it can be really life-altering when a mistake threatens to shake the foundations of everything that you have created. Thankfully, there is the option of getting certain charges wiped…
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How Long Does a DWI Stay on Your Record in Texas? (2024)
Most states have laws pertaining to expungement or expunction, and this can be an invaluable legal mechanism if you have a criminal record that is interfering with your life in any way. For example, if you were convicted of driving while intoxicated (DWI), the record…
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