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.

DWI Attorney For Galveston Cases

Updated: Jul 21, 2023 @ 11:26 pm

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The Galveston Police Department is one of the more aggressive law enforcement agencies in the Houston area when it comes to DWI enforcement activities in Texas. Galveston Island is a popular tourist destination for residents from all over the Greater Houston area and southeast Texas as a whole, which results in people from all over south Texas being arrested for DWI after “over-partying” on the island.

If you’re pulled over in your vehicle by the Galveston Police Department, and suspected of DUI or DWI, you can expect to be arrested, vehicle towed to a police storage lot, and you jailed.

For over 27 years Texas DWI defense attorney Tad Nelson has represented persons accused of drunk driving, and has built a solid reputation as a preferred lawyer for these types of cases. If you or a family member need help with DUI/DWI defense, call our law office at 409-765-5614.

We have an office on Galveston Island.

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Galveston Island DWI Defense

Galveston Island Judicial Resources

Galveston Police Department
601 54th St
Galveston, TX 77551
Phone: 409-765-3702

Galveston County Sheriff’s Office
601 54th St
Galveston, TX 77551
Phone: 409-766-2300

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Galveston County Judicial Resources

Galveston, TX is a historic beachfront town located within the legal jurisdiction of Galveston County, TX about 51 miles south of downtown Houston. The city has a population of around 50,000 Texans, and has the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office, and the Galveston Police Department to thank for public safety, and law enforcement.