Posted on January 11, 2024 in DWI

We all like to ring in the New Year celebrating with loved ones. For many of us, that means enjoying a cocktail or other alcoholic beverages. While you might have believed you were fine to drive, you might have been one of the many people arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated (DWI) on New Year’s Eve.

If you were arrested for DWI on NYE and now face charges, you may be facing steep fines, license revocation, and even jail time. Your first line of defense against these charges should be to contact a Frisco DWI defense attorney.

Signs of Impairment

In Texas, a motorist can be arrested for DWI if their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is 0.08% or higher. Since a blood chemistry test is not conducted until after an arrest, a police officer will look for any signs indicating that you are impaired to justify pulling you over.

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 Posted on December 27, 2023 in Attorney Writ Bonds

If you want to get out of jail quickly after being arrested, you will most likely need to post bail or bond. This sum of money will be used as a security deposit, and if you appear in court as promised, your payment will be returned to you.

There are different ways to post bail, but no matter what avenue you take, your first step should be to contact a Frisco criminal defense attorney. 

Process Following an Arrest

You will appear in front of a judge for a bond hearing within 48 hours following your arrest. At this hearing, bail will be set. If you have the money to pay the amount the court requires, you will be able to pay your bond and secure your release from jail.

If you are unable to pay the full amount, then you can employ a bail bondsman to pay the amount on your behalf. In this situation, the bondsman will charge you a 10-20% fee for the total cost of the bond. In Collin County, a bondsman charges a $15 fee per bond as long as the cost does not exceed $30 for all posted bonds.

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 Posted on December 23, 2023 in Criminal Defense

In 2022, retailers lost $112.1 billion in stolen merchandise. With the holiday season quickly approaching, retail theft is only projected to increase.

What people do not realize is that shoplifting carries severe consequences. Our Frisco shoplifting defense attorneys would like to discuss the different degrees of shoplifting and potential punishments.

Why Does Shoplifting Increase During the Holidays?

Although shoplifting is a concern year-round, shoplifting does spike during the holidays. A few reasons include:

Higher Demand

People may not have the financial means to buy gifts that loved ones have requested. With the pressure to buy the “perfect” gift, many people make the unfortunate decision to shoplift.

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 Posted on December 16, 2023 in Drug Charges

The Fourth Amendment protects citizens from unlawful searches and seizures. Police officers are not impervious to the law, and evidence that is found unlawfully cannot be used against you. Unfortunately, it may not be clear that evidence was illegally obtained. 

That is why knowledgeable representation is crucial. If you have been charged with drug possession, your first step should be to contact a Frisco drug possession attorney.

What Rights Are Granted in the Fourth Amendment?

The Fourth Amendment pertains to searching a person or their property. The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution states that citizens have the right against unreasonable search and seizure without a warrant being issued or the presence of probable cause.

Probable cause is not always straightforward. Probable cause is established when law enforcement bases the facts of a case on “reasonably trustworthy information.” This reliable information would give a person of reasonable intelligence cause to believe that a crime has been committed.

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 Posted on December 08, 2023 in Family Violence

Texas law defines family violence as an act by a family member or member of the household that is intended to cause physical harm, bodily injury, assault, or sexual assault. Family violence accusations are taken seriously in Texas, and if you are convicted, you may be incarcerated, pay steep fines, and have a criminal record

A conviction can affect other aspects of your life, even affecting your ability to find employment and housing. This is after you have already served your time under the law.

Once you are charged, only a prosecutor can have your charges dismissed. Our Frisco domestic violence defense attorneys are here to discuss family violence charges and potential punishments.

Family Violence Offenses

Any act of assault against a person with whom you have a domestic relationship can be considered a family violence crime.

An assault crime is considered an act of family violence if it is committed against:

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 Posted on November 30, 2023 in Criminal Defense

Following an arrest, you may be subjected to a holding cell before you can be seen by a judge. Since nobody wants to sit in a jail cell awaiting their fate, Texas courts give defendants options to be released from police custody as they await trial.

Our Frisco, TX criminal defense attorneys would like to discuss the process of being released from jail, whether it be through posting bail, personal recognizance, or securing an attorney writ bond.

Posting a Cash Bail or Bond Bail

Following your arrest, you can expect to wait 48 hours before you are granted a bond hearing. At your bond hearing, evidence will be presented by a prosecutor and the police to discuss the charges brought against you.

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 Posted on November 29, 2023 in DWI

The legal limits for drunk driving in Texas are defined by the Texas laws on intoxication and alcoholic beverages. Usually, blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels are determined by chemical tests and used to prove charges of driving while intoxicated (DWI).

The Texas legal limit for drivers 21 years and older is a BAC of 0.08% and 0.04% for commercial drivers. However, there should be no detectable amount of alcohol in the system for drivers under the age of 21, as Texas has no-tolerance laws. 

Driving under the influence can lead to severe consequences, such as license suspension and even imprisonment. Our Collin County DWI defense lawyers can represent those charged with DWI to achieve a more favorable outcome. Here is all you need to know about the legal limits for drunk driving in Texas. 

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 Posted on November 22, 2023 in DWI

Each year, thousands of people get pulled over for a DWI. If you are facing a driving while intoxicated charge, you are probably wondering how long it will take to resolve your case.

A DWI conviction carries both legal and professional consequences. Besides having a permanent criminal record and spending time in prison, you may face losing your professional license and could even lose your job. 

A DWI charge requires immediate action. If you have been charged with a DWI, speak with a Frisco DWI defense attorney as soon as possible.

Texas DWI Facts

Summary of Texas DWI records for 2021:

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 Posted on November 10, 2023 in Criminal Defense

In 2022, Texas experienced 4,481 motor vehicle fatalities. If you killed another person while operating a motor vehicle and the police suspect you had been drinking, you may be charged with intoxication manslaughter. 

Defending an intoxication manslaughter charge is complicated, and you want skilled representation working for you. If you have been charged with intoxication manslaughter, you need a Frisco intoxication manslaughter defense lawyer. 

What is Intoxication Manslaughter?

Manslaughter is defined as the reckless killing of another person. Manslaughter is most likely caused by negligence or recklessness, lacking the intent needed to constitute murder. 

While many jurisdictions consider killing someone while driving under the influence as vehicular manslaughter or vehicular homicide, Texas has a separate charge. In the Lone Star state, an inebriated motorist will be charged with intoxication manslaughter.

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 Posted on October 31, 2023 in Attorney Writ Bonds

If you are arrested, you may be given the option to post bond. This decision will be made by a judge at a bond hearing. Depending on your offense, the judge will decide if a bond should be set and the amount that must be paid for you to be released.

Winning a bond hearing can be complicated, but a Collin County criminal defense attorney will be able to assist you in securing a bond so that you don’t have to sit in jail awaiting trial. 

Basics of a Bond Hearing

A bond hearing takes place in a special court, known as Bond Court. At a bond hearing, a judge, prosecutor, and defense lawyer will be present. 

Evidence will be examined at a bond hearing. The prosecutor will call upon a police detective or investigator to provide an overview of the facts in your case. The law enforcement agent will discuss the crime you were charged for, available evidence in your case, and if witness testimony was taken. 

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