Dallas DWI FAQ

What is driving while intoxicated?

Driving while intoxicated is the criminal act of driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.  It is also the criminal act of driving with a blood alcohol concentration that exceeds a state’s legal limit.

What is Texas’ blood alcohol limit?

In Texas, the blood alcohol limit is .08%.  This means that if a person is suspected of driving while intoxicated, and he/she has a breath test result of 0.08% or higher, he/she can be charged with DWI by law enforcement.

Are breath tests fool-proof?

No, breath alcohol tests are not fool-proof.  In fact, statistics reveal that breath alcohol tests are not 100% accurate and that numerous things can affect the results of a breath test.  Some of these things include inappropriate administration and faulty testing devices. 

Should I consent to field sobriety tests?

If you are asked to perform field sobriety tests, it is advisable that you refuse.  First, if a police officer is asking you to perform theses agility tests, he/she most likely believes that you were driving while intoxicated.  This means that he/she will most likely say that you failed the FSTs if you make a simple mistake.  Second, these tests are not fool-proof and are easy to fail for numerous reasons such as poor weather or lack of instruction. 

What will happen if I am convicted of DWI?

If you are convicted of DWI, you may be sentenced with jail time, monetary fines, community service, probation or DWI school.  These consequences will vary and will depend upon your prior criminal history, if you have been convicted to DWI in the past and if you injured someone or destroyed property while driving while intoxicated.  

Do I need a DWI lawyer?

If you have been arrested for or charged with DWI, you definitely need a DWI defense lawyer.  Without help from an experienced DWI attorney, you stand little chance of fighting your DWI charges and moving on with your life.