Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Auto Accidents
Responsible driving for some means not having anything to drink before driving. For others, it may mean pacing their drinking… Continue reading Texas Driver Suspected of DWI Crashes into Patrol Car
Read MoreDallas Cowboys Player Subjected to Field Sobriety Test
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Politicians and Celebrities
In this second post regarding the DWI arrest of Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Jay Ratliff, we describe in greater detail… Continue reading Dallas Cowboys Player Subjected to Field Sobriety Test
Read MoreDallas Cowboys’ Defensive Lineman Arrested for DWI
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Politicians and Celebrities
Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Jay Ratliff was recently arrested on suspicion of DWI. If the matter goes to trial, however,… Continue reading Dallas Cowboys’ Defensive Lineman Arrested for DWI
Read MoreTexas Parents Lobby for Tougher DWI Laws in ND
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | In The News, Legislation and Law
Last summer, two vacationing Texas boys were killed by a drunk driver who drove his pickup truck over their tent… Continue reading Texas Parents Lobby for Tougher DWI Laws in ND
Read MoreIf You Prick Us, Do We Not Bleed?
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Appeals
On January 9, 2013 the Supreme Court of the United States heard arguments in Missouri v. McNeely. Mr. McNeely was… Continue reading If You Prick Us, Do We Not Bleed?
Read MoreDWI Blood Testing & State Law Requirements
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | In The News, Sobriety Testing
In a recent post, we discussed the exigent circumstances exception for warrantless blood-alcohol testing currently being considered by the U.S.… Continue reading DWI Blood Testing & State Law Requirements
Read MoreTexas investors fooled by Ponzi scheme
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Criminal Defense
A $195 million Ponzi scheme has affected 724 victims in multiple states, including several Texas investors. At least three of… Continue reading Texas investors fooled by Ponzi scheme
Read MoreBreathalyzer Testing In Texas May Come Under Scrutiny
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Sobriety Testing
A recent ruling in an out-of-state DWI case may have national implications, possibly affecting the way local authorities use breathalyzer… Continue reading Breathalyzer Testing In Texas May Come Under Scrutiny
Read MoreRegions of Texas Score Low In National DWI Data
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Studies & Statistics
Texas readers might be surprised by a recent compilation of DWI statistics. Based on data from the Fatality Analysis Reporting… Continue reading Regions of Texas Score Low In National DWI Data
Read MoreTexas Drivers’ Rights During a DWI Stop
Posted by Tad A. Nelson | Legal Tips
Texas enforcement efforts against DWI are more aggressive than ever. For example, over the New Year’s Eve weekend, Houston-area authorities… Continue reading Texas Drivers’ Rights During a DWI Stop
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