Drunk Driving

The federal infrastructure bill in 2021 included legislation that will help fight drunk driving. A provision to change vehicle requirements for new manufacturing could drastically reduce DWIs. Mothers Against Drunk Driving cheered the requirements in the bill,...

There is a multitude of penalties associated with a DWI charge in Texas. One of them is the Texas courts requiring you to install an ignition interlock device in your vehicle after certain kinds of DWI offenses. While all 50 states have ignition interlock devices, the...

Even safe, responsible drivers can find fall victim to a DWI. One drink too many on a night out with friends can lead to fines, license suspension, and even worse. Accordingly, all drivers should understand the law and how it pertains to them. The Texas Department of...

When an officer pulls you over on a routine stop, they may notice some potentially suspicious signs. They can then put you through sobriety tests in order to determine if their hunch is right and you are driving under the influence. What is one of the first tests you...

When an officer pulls you over for a routine traffic stop, they may find reason to suspect that you have driven while intoxicated. Thus, they may implement one of several tests that will allow them to get a better gauge on the situation. Field sobriety tests often...

As a college student, you have more than most to worry about when it comes to facing DWI charges. If convicted, you face the usual issues of potential jail time or fines. But on top of that, you can also face repercussions in your college career. What are these...

From a driver's perspective, when a police officer has pulled them over and asked them to take a breath test, it can seem like a no-win situation. If you agree, you may be giving the officer evidence that you are drinking and driving. If you refuse, you might be...

While adjusting to life in Texas with a driving while intoxicated charge, you feel ready to change jobs or careers. How do you prepare to navigate your job search with a DWI on your record? Chron offers tips for addressing a drunk-driving charge on job applications. A...

While going over the financial cost of the charge for driving while intoxicated that you recently received, have you thought about how it affects other areas of your life? Understanding the stakes helps you develop a strategy that allows you to maintain control of...

If you are facing DWI charges, you likely have a number of different issues to take into consideration. For example, you need to think about your future, such as the impact these allegations could have on your career, as well as the potential financial impact of the...