Articles in this category of the blog are dedicated to offering useful information for Houstonians and others having trouble with alcohol abuse or habitual drunk driving in Harris County, TX or surrounding areas. If you need to talk with a professional about your situation call us at 281-502-2122.
As we rest in the comforts of the availability of modern accouterments to nearly every facet of life, one important area has not gone overlooked, and that segment includes people who drink, own vehicles, and carry smartphones. In a world of Uber & Lyft, modern smart-phone apps allowing users to hire drivers and sell goods […]
If you live in the Houston area expect law enforcement to be extra vigilant with patrols and DWI enforcement during the period encompassing the 2 week holiday period leading up to New Year’s Day. Expect a heightened law enforcement presence along Interstate 10, Interstate 45, and especially in urban areas like Houston, Ft. Worth, Dallas, […]
Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is a serious crime because it puts public safety at risk. Unless the charge is a first offense, the consequences of a Drunk Driving conviction can be extreme. A conviction for Driving While Intoxicated can net a lengthy jail sentence, and create financial difficulties in the form of administration fees, Texas […]
With Houston and the general Harris County region being on the radar of the Texas Department of Public Safety with regard to the frequency of DWI arrests, it’s important to be mindful of common sense alternatives to drunk driving before you go out for a night on the town or to patronize a local bar. […]
Officers of the Houston Police Department and Deputies of the Harris County Sheriff’s Offense are trained to spot indicators that a person is driving while intoxicated. Some indicators are rather obvious, such as if a driver hits an object or drives through a red light, while others may be subtler. Wide or Sharp Turns Properly […]
Regardless of whether you’ve been drinking or not, seeing the flashing lights of a Houston Police Department vehicle in your mirror isn’t much fun. In order to make the encounter as pleasant as possible, there are numerous things you should do. There are also things you should avoid doing, particularly if you have been drinking. […]
Most people are aware of both the dangers and the penalties for drinking and driving. Yet, it still happens every day. So, what are the reasons for people choosing to drink and drive? To Avoid Paying for Transportation One reason why people choose to drink and drive is to avoid the cost of paying for […]
Attorney Tad Nelson is a highly accomplished Houston DWI lawyer who holds a Board Certification in criminal law as well as a current membership with the National College of DUI Defense (NCDD). Tad Nelson is also an ACS/CHAL lawyer-scientist which qualifies him to serve as an expert witness on alcohol as a chemical in combination […]
We all like to get out, enjoy life, and sometimes, have a drink from time to time. There’s nothing wrong with having a drink. It is legal. However, there are many cases when people who shouldn’t drink, drink, and other times when otherwise responsible people have too much to drink and find themselves taking to […]
Houston, TX is known for it’s nightlife, bars, and gathering places which are located all over our great city, but be sure to have a strategy in mind for getting home without being arrested for DWI in the event that you decide to drink alcoholic beverages during your night out. Plan Ahead If you don’t […]
