Texas DUI and DWI Questions & Legal Answers

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If I was acquitted of a DWI charge, can I be reimbursed for attorney fees?

Answered 13 years and 4 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen | 1 Answer | Legal Topics: DUI/DWI

No, unfortunately not. It's very hard to sue the government.

Can I move to a different city on probation?

Answered 13 years and 4 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen | 1 Answer | Legal Topics: DUI/DWI

Only if the Judge will let you.

Can I get a license in Texas even if I did not complete recommended class in Illinois and my original license was in Virginia?

Answered 13 years and 5 months ago by Mr. Robert W. Eutsler (Unclaimed Profile) | 1 Answer | Legal Topics: DUI/DWI

Have you tried going to a Texas Dept of Public Safety Driver's License office to see if they will let you test for eligibility

I got a DUI 15 year ago and was going to probation and just left, the county I have a warrant what can I do to clear this?

Answered 13 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen | 1 Answer | Legal Topics: DUI/DWI

You need to pay the bail through a bail bondsman, get a new court date, and then hire a great DWI lawyer.

What kind of charges for a 2nd or 3rd DUI conviction?

Answered 13 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen | 1 Answer | Legal Topics: DUI/DWI

You need an experienced DWI attorney. The first when he was 17 can be used as a prior if after 1985. And you'll have to look at Pennsylvania law. But they absolutely could be valid prior enhancements. You need a great DWI attorney.

You need an experienced DWI attorney. The first when he was 17 can be used as a prior if after 1985. And you'll have to look at Pennsylvania law. ... Read More

Can I drive with my Texas driver’s license until my court date?

Answered 13 years and 5 months ago by Steven Joseph Pisani (Unclaimed Profile) | 2 Answers | Legal Topics: DUI/DWI

It does not matter what state your license is from for a DUI revocation. However, a couple of things must happen in order for you to lose your license. If you took a blood test, your driving privilege will probably be valid until the results come back. They will send a notice to either the last address you gave the police or the address on your license. The notice is to request a hearing to preserve your driving privilege. You will have 7 days from the date of the notice to request the hearing. If you do not request a hearing within 7 days of receiving the notice, you will lose your driving privilege automatically. If you request a hearing, your driving privilege will remain in effect until your hearing date or you hear otherwise from the DMV.... Read More

It does not matter what state your license is from for a DUI revocation. However, a couple of things must happen in order for you to lose your... Read More

If you take a judgment satisfied plea for a DWI do you still get a suspension of your license from DPS?

Answered 13 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen | 1 Answer | Legal Topics: DUI/DWI

If DMV gets it and you have 2 DWI convictions within 5 years then it's a 2 year license suspension with one year hard where you can't get a license from anyone. Can't advise you to break the law, so if you do drive your grandpa, because you have to, hopefully you get a sympathetic police officer.... Read More

If DMV gets it and you have 2 DWI convictions within 5 years then it's a 2 year license suspension with one year hard where you can't get a license... Read More

Am I going to go to prison for a first time DWI charge with children under 15?

Answered 13 years and 5 months ago by Mr. Willie Stephen Graves (Unclaimed Profile) | 1 Answer | Legal Topics: DUI/DWI

Unless there are extreme aggravating circumstances (such as someone getting hurt or your fleeing the scene of an accident), you are highly unlikely to get actual jail time for a first-time DWI. Get a lawyer (a court-appointed one if you're poor enough, though it's always better to hire a lawyer if you can) and follow his or her advice.... Read More

Unless there are extreme aggravating circumstances (such as someone getting hurt or your fleeing the scene of an accident), you are highly unlikely... Read More

What is my recourse if I received my fourth DUI and the other 3 were class B misdemeanor?

Answered 13 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen | 1 Answer | Legal Topics: DUI/DWI

You could be looking at a felony, 2-10 years in prison. You absolutely need to hire a DWI attorney.

What will happen if I have violations on my interlock?

Answered 13 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen | 1 Answer | Legal Topics: DUI/DWI

No warrant. The court will just call your attorney or maybe the court will just arrest you the next time in court. You should tell your attorney immediately. And if no attorney, then you really are at that point where you need one.

No warrant. The court will just call your attorney or maybe the court will just arrest you the next time in court. You should tell your attorney... Read More

Will an expunged misdemeanor offense show up on a federal background check?

Answered 13 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen | 1 Answer | Legal Topics: DUI/DWI

Depends who is searching. It seems Big Brother is watching and the FBI knows everything even though they may be ordered to erase it. The longer you wait to get a case expunged the longer it is out there for agencies to see.

Depends who is searching. It seems Big Brother is watching and the FBI knows everything even though they may be ordered to erase it. The longer you... Read More