Driving While Intoxicated - DWI in The State Of Texas
Driving Under The Influence - DUI in The State Of Texas
Lubbock Texas DWI / DUI Defense Lawyers Handling Drunk Driving Arrest
The reality of the situation is that you need experienced DWI / DUI defense attorneys on your side who know the drunk driving laws and have been successful in getting results throughout the West Texas areas. You will have a much greater chance of a more favorable outcome. We are experienced and knowledgeable in litigation and trial defense work, research and case preparation which helps our law firm prepare the best possible case for you.
At Boatwright & Hamilton, we understand your drunk driving incident. Being arrested for drunk driving and taken to jail can be very frightening. As experienced DWI defense lawyers we are here to help. You don’t need to face it all alone.
The 10 biggest mistakes most people make after being arrested for a DWI in Texas and how to avoid them.
1. Not taking the matter seriously. This is a charge that will follow you for the rest of your life, if you are convicted. The additional insurance charges alone could cost you thousands of dollars.
2. Not hiring an attorney. The law is complex and you need competent representation. You must raise the right defenses at the right time or you will lose them. Facts will disappear, memories fade and witnesses vanish. A winnable case can quickly become a loser.
3. Hiring an lawyer based on the amount of the fee alone. The State of Texas has almost unlimited resources when it comes to your case. You need to hire an attorney and pay a fee which will allow him to put time and effort into your case to counter the prosecution. Attorneys must earn enough in the time they spend on your case in order to keep their doors open and make a living wage. If you go too low, your attorney will not be able to put in the time necessary to protect you. Look for a reasonable, predictable fee, not the lowest.
4. Not complying with driver's license laws. You could lose your right to drive.
5. Driving after your license has been taken away.
6. Not taking full advantage of your constitutional rights.
7. Taking the prosecutor's first offer. The first offer is not a bargain, it's just to get rid of your case with the least amount of work. Very few cases are dismissed or reduced to a non-alcohol charge at this stage. You do not give the judge an opportunity to rule on constitutional challenges. You give up your right to raise these issues and make the State of Texas prove it's case.
8. Failing to appear in Court. The Court will issue a bench warrant for your arrest and revoke any bond. The next time you are stopped for a traffic infraction, you will be spending some time in jail and posting a bond for your future appearances.
9. Talking to anyone but an attorney about your case. Anything you say to them can be used against you.
10.Thinking that talking to numerous attorneys will help you handle it on your own. You need to have an attorney go to Court with you.
For more information call our office at 806-747-8002 or visit our website at Lubbock DWI Defense Attorneys.
