Dallas DMV Hearings

For many people, having a driver’s license is a necessity as they need to get to and from work, transport their children and be able to run errands on their own time.  Unfortunately, this basic right and privilege can be revoked after a person has been charged with driving while intoxicated in Dallas.

After a person is suspected of DWI, law enforcement officers that make the DWI stop will ask the person to consent to a breath alcohol test.  If the person refuses to take the breath test, his/her driver’s license will automatically be suspended for up to six months.  The only way a person can contest the suspension is by scheduling a hearing with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).  If people do not schedule DMV hearings, they will automatically lose their driving privileges for a set period of time.

Once a DMV hearing has been scheduled, a DMV official will preside over the proceeding and he/she will review things like the arresting officer’s report, the arresting officer’s testimony and also testimony from the accused DWI offender.  After carefully reviewing the facts surrounding the accused offender’s case, the DMV official will act as a judge and decide whether or not the person’s license should remain suspended.

Often times, people choose to represent themselves at their DMV hearings, but this simply is not in their best interests.  A DMV hearing is similar to a court proceeding, which means that people only stand to benefit from obtaining a skilled Dallas DWI defense attorney instead of choosing to forgo representation as it is a proven fact that people who obtain a lawyer have a better chance of keeping their driver’s licenses.   

Dallas DWI & DMV Hearing Attorney

If you have been charged with driving while intoxicated, contact D'Amore Law Firm today to learn more about how our established legal team can assist you at your Dallas DMV hearing.