In Texas, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is formally known as ‘driving while intoxicated,’ commonly abbreviated to DWI. Being charged with a DWI can upend your life.
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DWI in Texas: License Suspension, Jail Time, and Other Penalties
Many people still drink and drive, even though it is clearly illegal in Texas and all 50 states. If you have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08, then you can be arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) in Texas.
What to Know About Drunk Driving in Austin
Texas is one of the biggest states in the nation. With so much land area and millions of people, you can expect that lots of criminal activity will occur.
Why You Need a Bee Cave, Texas DWI Attorney on Your Side
Many drivers get pulled over for intoxicated driving. While DWI charges are typically misdemeanors, they often come with harsh penalties.
If You are Sober, Can You Refuse a Breathalyzer?
In Texas, an individual may be arrested for driving while intoxicated with a .08% blood alcohol concentration (BAC).
What is the BAC Limit in Texas?
In Texas, if an individual has a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher, they can be arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI). BAC measures the amount of alcohol in a person’s blood at the time of the breathalyzer, blood test, or urine test.
Punishment for First Offense DWI in TX
Even though the law prohibits drinking and driving, many people still do it anyway. They may not want to call an Uber. They may think they are fine to drive.
Has COVID-19 Affected DWI Traffic Stops?
With the COVID-19 pandemic still raging across the country, police officers have made fewer DWI and DUI arrests, and prosecutors have issued fewer charges.