No, you do not technically need a lawyer for a lawyer for a driving while intoxicated (DWI) charge. However, being arrested and facing charges for a DWI offense is a daunting experience. Many people hire legal counsel because they understand the severity of a possible conviction and want to mount the strongest possible defense against…
Can DWI Be Reduced?
In the state of Texas, you can have a driving while intoxicated (DWI) charge reduced if your lawyer can negotiate a deal with the prosecutor or prove that your arrest or charge was not handled correctly. As an arrestee, under the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, you have rights that include having a Miranda warning…