By Graham Norris
Most people assume a DWI case is settled the moment the officer announces a test result. The reality is the opposite: the tests are where DWI cases are won. Field sobriety tests rest on shaky science, breath machines depend on maintenance and protocol, and blood evidence passes through human hands at every step.
If you were arrested…
By Graham Norris
Yes, self-defense can be a defense to an assault charge in Texas. However, it does not automatically mean your case will be dismissed.
If you acted to protect yourself or someone else, the facts of your case matter. An attorney can review what happened and determine whether self-defense may apply.
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By Graham Norris
Being arrested for assault can be stressful and confusing. You may be worried about your job, your family, and what could happen next. While every case is different, the steps you take immediately after an assault arrest can make a difference.
Here are some important things to do after an assault arrest in Fort Worth.
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By Graham Norris
Yes, in many cases you can get an occupational driver’s license after a DWI arrest or driver’s license suspension in Texas.
Losing your license can make everyday life much more difficult. If you need to drive to work, attend school, visit the doctor, or take care of your family, an occupational license may allow you to continue…
By Graham Norris
No. Refusing a breath test in Texas does not automatically mean you will be convicted of DWI.
Many people believe that refusing a breath test guarantees a guilty verdict, but that is not how the law works. The prosecutor must still prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you were driving while intoxicated.
However, refusing a breath test…
By Graham Norris
When police respond to a domestic dispute in Fort Worth, the paperwork they generate doesn’t use the phrase “domestic violence.” Texas has no standalone domestic violence offense. What appears on the charging document is “Assault — Family Violence,” and that designation carries consequences that reach far beyond what someone charged with ordinary assault will ever face.
That…
By Graham Norris
Yes, it is possible to beat a first-offense DWI in Texas. However, every case is different, and there is no guarantee of a specific outcome.
Many people assume that if they were arrested, they will automatically be convicted. That simply is not true. A DWI arrest is only the beginning of the legal process, and the state…
By Graham Norris
If you’ve been arrested for DWI in Texas, you’ve probably heard about the 15-day deadline to request an Administrative License Revocation (ALR) hearing. Missing this deadline can have serious consequences for your driver’s license, but it does not mean your criminal case is over.
Here’s what you need to know.
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By Graham Norris
One of the biggest concerns people have after a DWI arrest is losing their driver’s license. For many Texans, driving is essential for getting to work, taking kids to school, and handling everyday responsibilities.
The good news is that a DWI arrest does not automatically mean you will lose your license. However, you have to act quickly.…
By Graham Norris
A first-time DWI in Texas and a repeat DWI are not simply different points on the same penalty scale. They trigger different statutory frameworks, different mandatory minimums, and — at the third offense — a jump from misdemeanor to felony territory that carries prison time, not county jail. The gap between what a first-time defendant faces and…
