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You get pulled over by the police, they give you a breath test, and then they arrest you for driving under the influence. You know that this could result in time behind bars and financial fines. But you're worried that things are going to go far beyond that and you're...
Contrary to popular belief, police officers aren’t allowed to stop people just because they feel like it. Instead, the officer has to have reasonable suspicion if they want to conduct a traffic stop. There are many things that can lead to this. Police officers watch...
The state requires police to follow certain protocol when making a stop and gathering evidence to support criminal charges. A failure to follow these rules can result in serious consequences, including the inability to submit evidence to court. A recent case provides...
The United States Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently announced the kick-off for its annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign. The campaign serves as an educational effort to encourage drivers to avoid...
What happens when an officer conducts a traffic stop? In most cases, state and federal law requires officers to have reason for a traffic stop. The stop may result in additional evidence that can lead to criminal charges, but it is important to have evidence to...
The Houston area has a problem with drunk driving. Law enforcement agencies, including the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TBAC) and Harris County Sheriff's Office, however are cracking down on impaired driving. This goes beyond alcohol and can include marijuana,...
It is exactly what makes life so interesting; no two people are exactly the same. This applies to how our bodies react to alcohol. What may be fine for another person could easily put you over the limit. Whether out for dinner or catching up over cocktails, it is easy...
Widmark developed a formula to determine the metabolic absorption rate in 1932 that is still in use today and referred to as the Widmark Factor. But even after 100 years of study, accurately predicting BAC remains an active area of scientific research. Determining BAC...
In Texas, fewer people are getting behind the wheel after drinking. The same is not true for marijuana. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more people are driving with some marijuana product in their bloodstream. Consumption is no longer...
A Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction in Texas can lead to serious criminal penalties. What factors explain the differences in sentences? If you are facing these charges, it is important to realize that the penalties of a conviction can vary. To get out of the...