We understand that mistakes are made, and a night out having recreational or social drinks to alleviate some of the stresses of life can lead to awful decisions. Regardless of if the allegations against you are true or not, we will fight to preserve your record, your livelihood, and your peace of mind. The sooner we get on the case, the faster our team of Houston DWI Lawyers can begin to work for you.
We handle both driving while intoxicated (DWI) and driving under the influence (DUI). These offenses can be found in the Texas Penal Code (TPC) § 49.04 which states, in part:
(a) A person commits an offense if the person is intoxicated while operating a motor vehicle in a public place
At Walter J. & Associates we do not recommend that anyone drive with any amount of alcohol in their system however intoxicating in Texas is defined as:
(A) Not having the normal use of mental or physical faculties by reason of the introduction of alcohol, a controlled substance, a drug, a dangerous drug, a combination of two or more of those substances, or any other substance into the body; or
(B) Having an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more
Therefore by definition, it is not illegal to have alcohol in your system while operating a noncommercial vehicle, as long as your mental and physical capabilities are not compromised AND you are under the alcohol concentration of 0.08. But again, we DO NOT recommend nor promote the idea that anyone should drive or operate any motor vehicle with alcohol in their system.
DWI offenses are not only costly but also cumbersome, they usually include fines, probation, and loss of your driver’s license. Your insurance may also double or even triple while also restricting your employment options in the future.
Once you have been arrested for a DWI you must act expeditiously. You only have 15 days to schedule an administrative hearing to save your license. If you do not schedule a hearing then we can attempt to get an occupational license so you can at least keep your ability to drive to make a living.
Intoxicated Manslaughter happens when someone dies due to a person’s intoxication. If someone is killed as a result of a Driving While under the Influence and can be found in Texas Penal Code (TPC) § 49.04 which states, in part:
This crime is a second-degree felony with a punishment range of 2-20 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ), up to a $10,000 fine, and with the addition of House Bill 393, pay restitution for the support of a child whose parent or guardian is a victim of intoxication manslaughter. The consequences of Drinking and Driving have never been hiring so contact our team of great Intoxicated Manslaughter defense attorneys today.
If you are facing a DWI charge in Houston then you need strong experienced Houston DWI Attorneys to defend your livelihood. Our team of lawyers will provide you with all the defense and support you need. If you or a loved one are accused of any of the crimes listed on this page, or any crime at all, your life can be irrevocably changed, your liberties stripped, and your pursuit of happiness hindered. For these reasons, you and your family can not just trust anyone with such a serious life-altering matter. We serve the entire State of Texas and have received dismissals for our clients in Houston, Harris County, Sugar Land, Missouri City, Richmond, Fort Bend County, Pearland, Brazoria County, Galveston, Galveston County, Austin, Travis County, Dallas, Dallas County, Amarillo, Lubbock, Montgomery County, and can fight for you anywhere else in this great state of Texas.
Remember, if you or a loved one has been accused of a criminal offense, it’s important not to speak with anyone, especially the police or investigators, until you have contacted our office. At the law firm of Walter J. Pink & Associates, PC, you can rest assured your good name and best interests are in good hands! Call us immediately to set up a free consultation and allow us to use our vast knowledge, mental tools, and legal weapons to save your freedom, save your right to pursue happiness, and save your life. The Law Firm For Your Future, 713-664-6651.