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A DWI / DUI lawyer challenges the stop, the breath or blood test and the arrest procedure, and fights to protect your license — which can be suspended quickly unless you act within days.

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Challenging Breath-Test Evidence in Texas

Texas DUI breath-test results can be challenged on calibration, maintenance, operator error, mouth alcohol, and machine reliability — successful challenges have led to thousands of dismissals nationally.

CDL DUI in Texas

Texas commercial driver's license (CDL) holders face stricter DUI rules — 0.04% BAC limit (half of regular drivers) plus career-ending consequences for ANY DUI in any vehicle.

Drugged Driving (DUID) in Texas

Texas drugged driving (DUID) covers driving impaired by drugs — illegal, prescription, or even legal substances. Marijuana legalization complicates many Texas DUID cases.

DUI Causing Injury or Death in Texas

Texas DUI with injury or death is a felony — typically charged as aggravated DUI, vehicular assault, or vehicular manslaughter. Prison time is mandatory in most cases.

DUI Expungement / Sealing in Texas

Texas DUI expungement varies dramatically — some states allow sealing / expunging DUI convictions, many prohibit. Even where allowed, specific waiting periods + procedures apply.

Felony DUI in Texas

Texas elevates DUI to felony for: 3rd DWI lifetime (3rd-degree felony) . Felony DUI sentence: 2-10 yrs (3rd-degree); 2-20 yrs (intoxication manslaughter, 2nd-degree).

DWI First Offense Penalties in Texas

A first-offense DWI in Texas carries real consequences — license suspension, fines, possibly jail, and an ignition interlock requirement. Texas's legal BAC limit is 0.08, and the offense is a misdemeanor — class b standard, class a if bac 0.15+.

DUI License Suspension Hearings in Texas

Texas DUI license suspension hearings (administrative) are SEPARATE from criminal proceedings — typically have 7-30 day deadline to request, lower burden of proof, but can save your license.

Out-of-State DUI for Texas Drivers

Texas drivers arrested for DUI in another state face dual-state consequences — must defend in arrest state, but home state shares info via Driver License Compact + may impose additional license penalties.

Refusing the Breath Test in Texas

Texas implied-consent law: refusing a breath / blood test triggers automatic license suspension (180 days (1st refusal)) regardless of DUI outcome. Criminal refusal: No separate criminal charge but warrant for blood routine.

Second Offense DWI Penalties in Texas

A second-offense DWI in Texas carries dramatically harsher penalties than a first — typical: 30 days mandatory minimum, up to 1 year (class a misdemeanor), 180 days to 2 years suspension. Lookback period: Lifetime — any prior counts.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I have to save my license after a DWI arrest in Texas?

Often only days — many states require you to request an administrative hearing within 10–15 days of the arrest. Call a DWI lawyer right away.

Can a breath test be challenged?

Yes. Device calibration, how the test was given and the reason for the stop can all be challenged.

Should I talk to the police before I have a lawyer?

You have the right to stay silent and to ask for a lawyer. Politely say you want to speak with an attorney before answering questions.

How soon should I hire a criminal defense lawyer in Texas?

As soon as you're charged or know you're being investigated. Early help can affect bail, evidence and whether charges are filed at all.

Can a criminal charge be dismissed?

Sometimes — for weak evidence, an illegal stop or search, or through programs like pretrial diversion. A local defense lawyer can tell you what's realistic for your case.

How many DWI / DUI lawyers are listed in Texas?

There are currently 450 DWI / DUI lawyers listed in Texas on CGMIMM.

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Carmen Rojo Law Office — San Antonio, TX

Rashin Mazaheri of Dreyer & Mazaheri — San Antonio, TX

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Carmen Rojo Law Office

Rashin Mazaheri of Dreyer & Mazaheri

Mostyn Law

Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP – Accident & Injury Attorneys

Barfield Law Firm

Herrman & Herrman, P.L.L.C.

Seigman,Starritt-Burnett & Sinkfield PLLC

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