Always take care to think wisely about your next action, especially when you know you like to enjoy alcoholic beverages and prefer to use your own vehicle for transportation.
Last week in New Mexico a young lady, Gabrielle Moya who was out on bond for her 1st DWI offense, made the same mistake again. This time she ran a red light resulting in the death of a motorcyclist.
According to KOAT News, this is Moya’s 2nd DWI arrest in a month’s time, likely leading to motivate the presiding judge to consider her a danger to the public “particularly when behind the wheel of a vehicle”, the judge stated.
Lady Facing 2nd DWI Violated Parole
If you’ve been accused of drunk driving, DWI, or DUI, and you want to speak with a lawyer to learn about your legal options, contact the Law Offices of Tad Nelson and Associates.
1st Time DWI Offender Reoffends, Kills Albuquerque Man
Texas DWI Overview
DWI offenses in the state of Texas can fall under a number of different categories, for a number of different reasons, each of which, have their own delicate set of circumstances. In the Texas DWI Overview section of our website you’ll be able to review information related to serious DWI offenses involving loss of human life, womens’ issues, and more.
If you’re serious about fighting the state’s claim that you were operating a motor vehicle while allegedly intoxicated, few are better suited and best qualified to fight the charge than the Houston DWI attorneys of the Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates. Whether you were arrested in Clear Lake, Galveston, or League City, we have nearby offices and invite you to reach to us by calling 281-280-0100.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are my legal options if I’m charged with DWI in Houston?
If you’re arrested for drunk driving, we have at least 3 options for dealing with the charge within the confines of Texas law. We can attempt to get the case dismissed, work out a deal with the Harris County Dist. Atty’s Office, or we can fight the charge, head-on, in a full-blown trial.
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Is it possible to beat a Houston DWI charge in Harris County?
Absolutely. The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates wields a distinctive set of credentials, training, and is an asset to anyone facing criminal charges related to DWI in Houston. Although every case is different, we also have a solid record of winning in court for our clients.
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Can I avoid jail time if I’m convicted for drunk driving?
In short, yes. In reality, there are a number of different factors involved in each and every case we’ve seen in our experience as Houston DWI attorneys. Probation is usually a possibility for most persons that are convicted of DWI in Houston. However, there are no guarantees.
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How much jail time can I get if I’m convicted of DWI?
A determination on jail sentencing is the sole priority of the court within the guidelines of Texas criminal law. Depending on the frequency of DWI offenses incurred by the defendant, and the severity of additional factors, a jail sentence could be as short as a few days, to life.
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Can you help with truck driver DWI cases involving a CDL?
As a matter of fact we can. The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates is among the premier law firms in Texas for DWI defense. Both lawyers on our Houston DWI defense team are Certified ACS/CHAL Lawyer-Scientists, with Tad Nelson holding a Board Certification.
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Will I lose my Texas Drivers’ License if I’m charged with DWI?
In Texas, if you’re arrested for DWI or DUI, the process of Administrative License Revocation is initiated for the purpose of automatically suspending your Texas Drivers’ License. Houston DWI lawyer Tad A. Nelson may be able to intervene, and prevent TDL suspension.
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The recent sentencing of a Texas woman illustrates the progress of questions frequently asked by police officers who suspect an individual is driving under the influence of alcohol. According to the evidence presented at trial, the woman was pulled over because of a near-fatal traffic accident. A local police lieutenant was on patrol when he - How the Presence of an Open Container Can Affect Your Texas DWI Case
Not all DWIs are created the same in Texas. In many cases there may be special circumstances that justify an “enhanced” DWI charge–i.e., one that may result in more jail time or higher fines. One of the more common enhancements in Texas is the DWI with open container charge. Plastic Cup, Empty Bottle Helps Justify - Why You Should Never Admit to Drinking Following a Single-Car Accident
A DWI accident will draw the attention of law enforcement, even if the crash only involved a single vehicle and nobody was seriously injured. If you are the driver under suspicion, the most important thing to remember is to never volunteer any information that even suggests you were drinking. Any comment you make can and 
Can You Be Charged with an Open Container Violation While Driving a Horse-and-Buggy?
Non-celebrity DWI cases typically do not make national headlines. But there is always the exception that proves the rule. Consider this recent CNN report: A local sheriff’s department in Ohio is currently looking for two men suspected of drinking while driving a horse-and-buggy. According to CNN, the two men are apparently members of the local- New Test Targets Kids at High Risk for Underage Drinking
Texas readers may be interested to learn that researchers have developed a new personality-based aimed at identifying kids at high risk for underage drinking. The preliminary results appear promising, and may help reduce underage drinking and its accompanying problems, such as drinking and driving. Called the Teacher-Delivered Personality-Targeted Interventions for Substance Misuse, the test was - Texas Lawmakers Reconsider Higher Drunk Driving Fines
In recent posts, we’ve noted how many drunk driving penalties have increased in severity in the last few years, and also discussed some of the escalating penalties that can apply to repeat drunk driving offenders under Texas law. One example is the Driver Responsibility law, which essentially raised the amount of fines — akin to
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Houston, TX
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The Law Office of Tad Nelson & Associates • 1221 Studewood St • Houston, TX 77008
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The Law Office of Tad Nelson & Associates • 820 E Main St • League City, TX 77573
PHONE: 281-280-0100