Commercial DWI

Drivers convicted of driving while intoxicated (DWI) can have their licenses taken away. This includes commercial drivers, such as truck drivers. The penalty for driving on a DUI or a DWI suspended license is dependent on whether this is your first conviction. According to Texas Transportation Code §521.457, a person driving with a suspended license…

Per Texas Transportation Code § 522.101, commercial vehicle drivers in Texas are not allowed to have any measurable amount of alcohol in their system while driving. If a commercial driver is stopped, and they have a measurable blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level below 0.04%, they may be forced to stop driving for 24 hours. However,…

A charge of driving while intoxicated (DWI) has a lower threshold for commercial vehicle drivers than non-commercial drivers, and may also come with different legal consequences. A commercial DWI is a charge that can occur regardless of whether you were driving a commercial vehicle or your own vehicle. This charge may arise if: You drive…

Yes, in Texas, you can get a DUI on a boat. According to Texas Penal Code Section 49.06, boating while intoxicated is a criminal offense. Operating a boat while you are under the influence of alcohol is a Class B misdemeanor and could carry a penalty of 72 hours of jail time. Penalties for a…