If you are charged with a crime in Parker County, do not expect a dramatic courtroom showdown like the ones in movies and TV. Only about 2 percent of criminal cases go to trial. Prosecutors dismiss about 8 percent of their cases. Sometimes, prosecutors dismiss cases...
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What comes next if the police stop you on suspicion of DWI?
Given the frequency of alcohol-related vehicle crashes, the state of Texas is serious about preventing drivers from getting on the road while intoxicated. You may never have had any experience with law enforcement until an officer stops you on suspicion of...
How will DWI affect your chances for the career you want?
If law enforcement arrests you on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, you may think you will pay a fine and be on your way. Many first offenders do not realize the seriousness of a DWI charge. You will soon discover that a conviction on your record follows...
Taking a look at underage drinking and driving in Texas
If you are the parent of an underage driver, you may take a deep breath and cross your fingers every time your child gets behind the wheel. You hope your 17-year-old does not drink, but even more important, you hope he does not drink and drive. The Texas DWI...
Seeking an expunction or sealed record in Texas
People can make poor decisions at times, and unfortunately those mistakes can follow them throughout their lives. Particularly in the case of criminal activity, a criminal record can limit a party's possibilities. However, an expunction or sealed...
DWI and eligibility for an occupational driver license
The state of Texas has harsh penalties for driving while intoxicated, which include heavy fines, the possibility of jail time and loss of your driving privileges. If you cannot drive, how will you get to work, to a medical appointment or to your post-graduate classes?...
Top 4 reasons to expunge a past criminal conviction
Like most Texans, you work hard to get what you want. You go to work every day and take care of your family. Unlike some citizens of the Lonestar State, though, you have a criminal conviction in your past. Even though you have paid your fine, served your sentence or...
Are you hoping your drug conviction will be dismissed?
You may insist that you are innocent of the drug charges that led to your conviction. Texas is very aggressive in dealing with drug crimes, but law enforcement, prosecutors and judges sometimes make mistakes. At one time, there was a record number of...
