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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Galveston Matters

Being that Galveston DWI attorney Tad Nelson is a native Galvestonian, matters relating to the big island are of a special importance to the Law Offices of Tad Nelson and Associates and we invite you to read our blog.

September 27 2016

Driver’s License Interstate Compact and DWIs

The Nelson Firm DWI, DWI Charges, Galveston Matters

If you live in Texas and are arrested in Texas on DWI charges, you probably already know that a conviction can result in the loss of your driver’s license. In fact, your license may be suspended up to two years after a first DWI conviction. But what if you are a Texas resident charged or […]

August 22 2014

Mardi Gras! Galveston 2015 Dates

Houston DWI Attorney Tad Nelson Galveston Matters

We’re only 6 months away from Mardi Gras! Galveston 2015 (February 6th thru Fat Tuesday, February 17th) and anyone “in the know” knows that you can’t plan too early for the event. Hotel rooms, beach houses, and other dwellings intended for rental, will be booked and occupied within a couple of months, if not weeks, […]

Galveston based lawyer for DWI defense matters.

August 20 2014

The "At Your Service" Galveston, Texas DWI Lawyer Scientist

Houston DWI Attorney Tad Nelson DWI, Galveston Matters

Although attorney Tad Nelson is known nationally as a result of his many appearances on Fox News, Hannity and Colmes, and other national media outlets due to him being one of the few in his field with scientific credentials, he was also born and raised on Galveston Island and takes pride when he gets an […]