DUI

For many people in Texas, the de-facto visualization of a drunk driving charge is a person standing on the side of a road blowing into a hand-held breath testing device. Yet the fact that law enforcement officials measure one's breath to determine the alcohol content...

Texas drivers like you should understand how Texas handles crimes related to alcohol and driving. Many consider Texas to hold particularly harsh laws and penalties when it comes to driving under the influence.  Field sobriety tests are one of the many tools at the...

Should someone in Texas ask you what comes to mind when thinking of a drunk driving offense, your mind likely immediately conjures up the image of one standing on the side of the road blowing into a hand-held breath testing device. This thought, however, prompts a...

If charged with a DUI or a DWI in Texas, you may have an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle. These devices help ensure you do not drive while intoxicated. Yet, they also allow you to use your vehicle while completing the terms of your DUI penalty....

If the court convicts you for drinking and driving, you could face severe penalties, like jail time and the requirement to pay a fine. The Texas Department of Transportation states that you can face charges for DWI if your blood alcohol content level is at or above...

Impairment with intoxicating substances, such as alcohol or drugs, can result in severe motor vehicle accidents when someone attempts to drive while in an inebriated state. For this reason, all state governments take drunk or drugged driving very seriously, and Texas...

If a person receives a second or subsequent DWI conviction, the penalties are typically harsher than a first-time offense and may include additional requirements.  According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, if a person has a second or additional DWI...

Maybe your most recent DUI was not your first. You recognize the actions that lead to your brush with law enforcement, but do you understand what lies underneath those actions? Is there a chance you abuse alcohol?  The Alcohol Rehab Guide breaks down the signs of...

Young people face many challenges in life, from pressure at school to problems at home and stress about their future. There are many reasons why young people drink alcohol, whether they drink because of negative emotions or as a result of peer pressure. Moreover,...

There are plenty of renowned colleges in Texas. They draw students from all over the country and globe. With so many young people in one place, it is hard not to get swept up in college life. Unfortunately, this sometimes includes college life mistakes. Getting a DUI...