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Can I be charged with a DUI if I was outside of my car and did not have the keys in my hands and my car was not running?

Answered 13 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
They can try through circumstantial evidence. But hire a great DWI attorney.
They can try through circumstantial evidence. But hire a great DWI attorney.

Can I bond out if I have no other holds?

Answered 13 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
They will let you know if the Judge gave you a bond or not. It's public record. Just call a bail bonds company and see if you have bail set. If not, hire an attorney to get you a bail.
They will let you know if the Judge gave you a bond or not. It's public record. Just call a bail bonds company and see if you have bail set. If... Read More

If I go to the Dallas Public Services and have a suspended license and DWI, can I get arrested?

Answered 13 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
I don't know was Dallas Public Services is. But if a cop runs your id and sees you have a warrant, he absolutely could arrest you. But a lot of cops are lazy and won't want to mess with it.
I don't know was Dallas Public Services is. But if a cop runs your id and sees you have a warrant, he absolutely could arrest you. But a lot of... Read More

If I refuse a breathalyzer, what does the blood test they give me check for?

Answered 13 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
Depends. They will definitely look for alcohol, and then maybe drugs if it is close or under. Yes, they can still come after you for being intoxicated due to drugs or any combination thereof.
Depends. They will definitely look for alcohol, and then maybe drugs if it is close or under. Yes, they can still come after you for being... Read More

Can I be arrested on a public intoxication charge if I was not given a breathalyzer or blood test?

Answered 13 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
The definition of PI is a danger to yourself an others. Its very easy to get arrested but those are difficult to prove. Hire a good attorney and fight it.
The definition of PI is a danger to yourself an others. Its very easy to get arrested but those are difficult to prove. Hire a good attorney and... Read More

How long does the court have to give me a hearing for a DWI?

Answered 13 years and 7 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
2 year statute of limitations, so yes, that can happen. Maybe they were waiting for your blood result.
2 year statute of limitations, so yes, that can happen. Maybe they were waiting for your blood result.

How does a DUI appears if it occurs in a different state than the licensing state?

Answered 13 years and 8 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
That's a weird Montana law and I don't know Montana law, but what I take from it is that they have something less than a DWI. So, even if they report it to Texas it won't satisfy as a prior DWI in Texas. And Texas will treat it the same as Montana. It may be on your record, but looks like it will just be on your driving record and not criminal record.... Read More
That's a weird Montana law and I don't know Montana law, but what I take from it is that they have something less than a DWI. So, even if they... Read More

Can you get early release from a DWI probation?

Answered 13 years and 10 months ago by Ms. Cynthia Russell Henley (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
No. The law prevents early termination of DWI probations. That said, if you have done exceptionally, the judge can permit you to be put on mail-in status.
No. The law prevents early termination of DWI probations. That said, if you have done exceptionally, the judge can permit you to be put on mail-in... Read More

I had never refused a breathalyzer test, would that constitute coerced consent?

Answered 13 years and 11 months ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
Basically if you don't take it for any reason they can count it as a refusal. It would only be an Erdman issue if he coerced you into taking it. But you never took it right?
Basically if you don't take it for any reason they can count it as a refusal. It would only be an Erdman issue if he coerced you into taking it. ... Read More

Should I have gotten a DUI instead of DWI because I had no alcohol in my system?

Answered 14 years ago by Ms. Cynthia Russell Henley (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
DUI is driving under the influence of alcohol while one is under 21. DWI is driving while intoxicated whether by drugs or alcohol.
DUI is driving under the influence of alcohol while one is under 21. DWI is driving while intoxicated whether by drugs or alcohol.

How do you get charges to run concurrent?

Answered 14 years and a month ago by attorney Mr. Mark R. Thiessen   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
Only the DA can agree to that.
Only the DA can agree to that.

can the owner criminal liable for knowingly authorized another drunk friend to drive and cause serious bodily injury to anoth

Answered 14 years and 2 months ago by Ms. Cynthia Russell Henley (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
Not a crime but there could be civil liabilities. (They could try to charge the owner under some kind of accomplice theory but I have not heard of this before.)
Not a crime but there could be civil liabilities. (They could try to charge the owner under some kind of accomplice theory but I have not heard of... Read More

What will happen if I do not go to court for a DUI?

Answered 15 years and 2 months ago by Simon Brian Purnell (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
Not going to your court date is never a good option. With regard to a felony DWI (or any other felony or misdemeanor) a warrant will be issued for your arrest, your bond will be revoked (and if there is a bond company, they will be assisting in finding you), and you will be unable to get a license. The ideal situation is to have your lawyer negotiate a plea if the state has a good case that does not involve jail time.... Read More
Not going to your court date is never a good option. With regard to a felony DWI (or any other felony or misdemeanor) a warrant will be issued for... Read More

What does an officer have to do for a public intoxication charge in Texas?

Answered 15 years and 4 months ago by Robert L. Keates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
For a Public Intoxication charge the officer is not required to administer a Breathalyzer test. they may rely on their own observations to determine probable cause for arrest, such as stumbling, slurred speech, or other acts. Of course, those observations are subject to scrutiny in court, and especially a jury trial, where your lawyer can ask about the lack of Breathalyzer use, but it is only one fact to be considered. I would be happy to speak with you concerning your arrest and set up a free phone consultation... Read More
For a Public Intoxication charge the officer is not required to administer a Breathalyzer test. they may rely on their own observations to determine... Read More
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