Recently I wrote of the Collin County DWI/Drug Court Program; here I will provide some information on the Dallas County DWI Court Program. Standard Probation Terms and Conditions of DWI 2nd offense I have a long-standing view that all DWI 1st offense should be set for trial, because there really are no distinct differences in…
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Collin County DWI/Drug Court
On August 4, 2011, Judge Dan Wilson, Collin CCL #5, addressed the Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (3CDLA) regarding stats and updates on the Collin County DWI and Drug Court, which he has supervised for 2 years. Here is a rundown of his address. Stats – 85 total participants – 42 current participants -…
When is a “Hot Check” not a “Hot Check”
The other day I was in court and ran into an acquaintance. This individual is not a lawyer and certainly would not be the type of person I would expect in a criminal court. After the usual “hellos” I asked why they were there. And here begins the point of this post. “Oh, my daughter has a hot…
Do I need to hire a lawyer or can I go the court appointed attorney route?
Although fees are a major concern in hiring an attorney, fees should not be the only concern. There are 2 issues you should be aware of if you go the court appointed/public defender route. First, court appointed does not mean free. If you plead to the case in exchange for a plea bargain from the…
Do I need an attorney for my DWI?
First and foremost, DWI is not eligible for deferred adjudication — has not been eligible for almost 30 years. Although there are a few counties that will consider pleading a DWI to something non-alcohol related offense (usually Reckless Driving or Obstruction of Highway), and in those instances one should strongly consider accepting a plea agreement,…
ODL: An “Essential Needs” Driver’s License
A Judge can order an Occupational Driver’s License to allow you to meet your “essential needs” during a period of suspension. Such “essential needs” include: to and from your employment; to and from school; to and from any court, counseling, or probation meetings; or for any other “essential” errands. The standard period of driving is…
Arrested for DWI & They Kept My License — What Next?
The police officer is requesting DPS suspend your DL because you refused to provide a specimen of your breath and/or blood, or you provided a specimen a specimen with an alcohol concentration greater with a level specified in Section 49.01 , Texas Penal Code – most likely you are over the age of 21, you…
Bond, Writ Bonds, and Conditions
Hopefully, you or the individual you are concerned about have already posted bond and has been released from jail. If you are reading this and it is still within 4-12 hours of the individual’s arrest, you may be able to have a bond set through the Writ process (also known more properly as filing a…
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I am a DWI lawyer and Criminal Defense attorney. My office is in Plano and my primary practice area is in Collin County and throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth area. However, I have assisted clients beyond just criminal matters and have practiced outside of the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
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