by Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Jul 19, 2021 | Dwi
A DWI conviction can come with considerable consequences. When these consequences can affect your rights and future, it is crucial that you do everything possible to defend yourself from a conviction. When it can feel like there is no way to protect yourself from DWI...
On Behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | May 10, 2021 | Dwi
If you have a second or subsequent conviction for driving while impaired, you may have a legal obligation to install an ignition interlock device on your vehicle. While having an IID on your car, truck or SUV may be inconvenient, it may also allow you to drive certain...
On Behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Mar 1, 2021 | Dwi
Driving while under the influence (DWI) is taken very seriously in the state of Texas. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, even first offenses are met with strict penalties. Additionally, penalties become more severe with each subsequent offense. Few...
On Behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Jan 10, 2021 | Dwi
If you’ve never been pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, you may be unfamiliar with the process and procedures associated with it. For many of us, our only knowledge of DWI stops comes from movies and television shows. These almost always show drivers pulled...
On Behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Jan 8, 2021 | Dwi
You received your first DUI recently at the hands of Texas law enforcement, and you want to wrap your head around the financial cost of the charge. Where should you start? AddictionCenter.com investigates the full cost of drunk driving. Get a foundational...
On Behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Jan 6, 2021 | Criminal Defense, Dwi
Prescription drug use is very common, especially among seniors who often take multiple medications. They can cause side effects that are similar to intoxication. Whether you regularly or periodically use prescription drugs, operating a motor vehicle while impaired on...
On Behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Jan 1, 2021 | Dwi
If you’ve been injured and need to take medications, some of those medications may have the potential to cause drowsiness, dizziness or other unwanted side effects. Although you may be getting these medications legally, it is possible to face allegations of...
On Behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Dec 10, 2020 | Dwi
As a driver, you should familiarize yourself with the law regarding driving while intoxicated in Texas. If you receive a DWI conviction, it could limit your future. So, you should familiarize yourself with field sobriety tests. What are they? How likely are you to...
On Behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Sep 29, 2020 | Dwi
If you are immigrant, living in Texas through a visa or Green Card, you may be very concerned if you end up facing DUI charges. You know criminal convictions can impact your immigration status – perhaps now more than ever after the Trump administration’s crackdowns on...
On Behalf of Law Office of Osvaldo J. Morales III P.C. | Sep 1, 2020 | Dwi
Getting stopped and accused of a DWI can certainly put a damper on your night. What’s worse is that a DWI could affect your career, schooling and finances. It’s always a good idea to defend yourself if you’re arrested for a DWI because there may be...
