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.

LEADRS Helps Texas Officer Lead in DWI Arrests

February 23, 2013

Updated: Jan 11, 2023 @ 2:07 pm

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With each passing year, it seems Texas authorities more aggressively target DWI offenders. Now, even technology is contributing to that effort. In the case of one traffic patrol officer in Texas, Bryan Cose, it placed him in the top 10 leading officers in the state for DWI arrests.

The technology is called the Law Enforcement Advanced DUI/DWI Reporting System, or LEADRS, and is funded by a grant through the Texas Department of Transportation. LEADRS simplifies the paperwork required for processing a DWI arrest by integrating existing record management systems.

According to one official, the paperwork for a single DWI arrest used to take him between six to eight hours to complete — a longer amount of time than for a homicide processing. The paperwork was also time sensitive, in most cases having to be filled out while the alleged DWI defendant still had alcohol in his or her system.

The State Streamlines DWI Arrests

Now, LEADRS has cut that processing time in half, permitting officers to make three or four DWI arrests in one evening. The technology was developed in the early 2000s, and is now used by more than 400 law enforcement units in Texas. Agencies in several other states are also using the technology. However, only the out-of-state agencies have to pay for the technology. Texas enforcement offices are able to use it free, thanks to the grant.

Source: dentonrc.com, “Denton police officer, Bryan Cose, receives honor,” Megan Gray, Feb. 20, 2013

If you are a driver who has been arrested for DWI, make sure to call a DWI defense attorney at your earliest opportunity. An attorney will advise you of the steps you should take to ensure you position yourself for the strongest defense possible.

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