If you are a legal immigrant living in Texas, a drunk driving conviction could potentially lead to deportation, depending on the circumstances of your offense. If you are living in Texas without lawful permanent resident status (a green card), you could face deportation simply for a drunk driving arrest. If you are in the process…
How Long Is the Jail Sentence for Drunk Driving in Texas?
The jail sentence for drunk driving in Texas can last anywhere from three days to 99 years. This depends on several circumstances, such as: Your prior criminal history Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) at the time Any aggravating circumstances that may apply How Much Jail Time Will You Do for Drunk Driving in Texas? Your…
How Do I Win a DMV Hearing in Texas?
To win a DMV hearing in Texas and avoid a driver’s license suspension, you must ensure that the Department of Public Safety (TxDPS) fails to meet its burden of proof that you were intoxicated while driving a vehicle in public. What Are the Steps I Should Take to Win a DMV Hearing? Follow these seven…
What’s the Difference Between Drunk and Impaired Driving in Texas?
The difference between drunk and impaired driving in Texas is, in essence, the amount of alcohol in your system. How Much Alcohol Do You Need to Have in Your System for Either Offense? We can find the answer to this question in the definition for each term: The State’s Definition of Drunk Driving The Texas…