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Effects of a Texas DWI

Are you facing driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges in Dallas? If so and this is your first offense, you may not be aware of the lesser-known effects of a DWI. Sure, a DWI conviction leads to fines,...

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Can a DWI Stop Me from Owning a Firearm?

On May 25, 2018, cnn.com reported: “We’re 21 weeks into 2018, and there have already been 23 school shootings where someone was hurt or killed. That averages to 1 shooting a week.” Of those 23 school...

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When is a Texas DWI a Felony?

Are you facing driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges in Dallas or anywhere else in Texas? If so, it’s only natural to wonder, “When is DWI a felony?” In Texas and across the nation, DWI is referred...

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Can I Get a U.S. Passport with a DWI?

A conviction for driving while intoxicated (DWI) in Texas leads to serious consequences. For example, a first DWI means a fine up to $2,000, up to six months in jail, up to a one-year driver license...

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Can a DWI Lead to Removal Proceedings?

Are you in the United States on a visa? Or, are you a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder) who is living and working in the US? Either way, you may be wondering if a conviction for driving...

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Second DWI Penalties in Texas

Were you recently arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) for the second time? If so, it’s important to know that the penalties for a second DWI are harsher than the penalties for a first DWI...

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Can You Get a DWI for Prescription Drugs in Texas?

You know for a fact that you can be arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) if you’re caught drunk driving. You may even know that you can be arrested for driving under the influence of marijuana...

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Third DWI Penalties in Texas

In Texas, driving while intoxicated (DWI) is covered under Section 49.04 of the Texas Penal Code. This section covers the offense of driving under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs like LSD,...

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Texas’ Underage Drinking Law

It’s no secret that America’s youth has a habit of going great lengths to get their hands on alcohol before their 21st birthday. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism...

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What Happens to Your Car Insurance Rates After a DWI Conviction in Texas?

How a DWI Conviction Can Affect Your Car Insurance Rates If you are convicted of a DWI offense, you may struggle to find affordable car insurance, and your current insurance premiums will likely...

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