While most states call drunk driving DUI, Texas calls it DWI or driving while intoxicated. Regardless of the initials, all states have laws and various penalties to combat drunk driving. A driver in Texas can face several stiff penalties for a DWI. Overview of Texas...
Month: September 2021
Helping a spouse come to terms with a divorce
When one is beginning to think about divorce, one has likely been unhappy in their marriage for years, perhaps, decades. But, that does not mean that the other spouse feels the same. In many marriages, what works well for one spouse does not work well for the other....
Refusing a Breathalyzer test in Texas
If an officer suspects that a driver is drunk, they usually pull the driver over for testing. A common test that officers use to check blood alcohol content is the Breathalyzer. Drivers in Texas may wonder if they can refuse the test and what happens next. Overview of...
Elements of manslaughter and possible defenses in cases
Texas takes crimes that result in a person’s death very seriously. That includes manslaughter, which is a crime that is complex in the state. While other states have charges of voluntary and involuntary manslaughter, Texas doesn’t make a distinction. It’s important to...
Basic facts for you to know about child custody in Texas
Parents who divorce are naturally concerned about what their relationship with their child will look like moving forward. They want to spend as much time as possible with their child and raise their child in a way they seem fit, while still allowing their child to...