The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every facet of our lives, and court is not immune. Jury trials in all local jurisdictions have been cancelled. After all, you can’t sit a jury without gathering people together and increasing risk of infection. In Travis, Hays, and Williamson counties, all non-essential hearings are being cancelled. Courts are …
DWIs in Texas Just Got a Whole Lot More Expensive … Maybe In September 2019, The Texas Legislature finally axed the Surcharges Program that caused so many problems for the less wealthy Texans that were caught in that trap. But this came with a big caveat for those now charged with DWI. DWI final convictions …
“Dick Pics” now illegal in Texas This photo of an eggplant would not result in a $500 fine. Because I was already married when apps like Tinder began taking over the dating scene – And also because I’m a guy – I’ve never had to deal with an unsolicited dick pic. Of course they happen …
Governor Abbott has caused a bit of a conundrum for Texas prosecutors. In June, new rules were signed into law regarding hemp. This is an attempt by Texas to fall in line with other states looking to capitalize on the added revenue that hemp crops can provide. But Greg has a problem now when it …
There are some important changes to Texas DWI law that will come into effect September 1 of this year. They will relate directly to the fines levied against those convicted of DWIs. Whether this is good or bad news for people charged with DWIs will depend on exactly how courts interpret the new laws, as …
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Unacceptable delay in receiving evidence is starting to be noticed – finally Time keeps on slippin’ slippin’ … Yesterday the Austin American Statesman posted an article on the huge delay in relaying dashcam video to defendants in DWI cases. To give this some context, we defense attorneys used to receive the videos 2-3 weeks after …
You probably already know that a DWI is expensive. The financial impact of a DWI can vary based on a number of factors. For example, you may not be required to install an IID. Alternatively, you may get a reduction to Obstructing a Roadway that would eliminate surcharges. For a Class A or felony DWI, …
Below, I’ve listed some websites which may be of assistance if you are facing DWI charges in Travis County. If you would like to speak to an attorney bout your case, you can always schedule a free phone consultation by calling 512-677-5003. Blackwell-Thurman Criminal Justice Center 509 West 11th Street Austin, Texas 78701 (512) 854-9244 …
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In DWI cases, the discovery usually consists of three main components. The Offense Report, the Dashcam video, and Blood or Breath analysis. The combination of these elements will have a lot to say about whether a case is strong or weak for the prosecution. The Offense Report This report prepared by the arresting officer will …
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When a case is pending and probation, fines or jail time are on the line, my clients will sometimes forget about the ramifications of their criminal history. It’s understandable. The spectre of fines and probation is very close at hand, while a criminal history may seem vague and far-away. The problem, of course, is that …
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