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  • ALR Hearings in Texas: What You Need to Know

    In the event of a DWI arrest in Texas, if you either fail a breath or blood test or refuse to take one, your driver’s license will be automatically suspended for up to two years or a minimum of 90 days. However, it is possible to regain your driving privileges through an Administration License Revocation (ALR) hearing. The ALR Program is a civil administrative process, meaning that this suspension ...
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  • Can I Get My Texas DWI Charge Reduced?

    A DWI charge in Texas can have a significantly negative impact on your life. Not only does a conviction result in time behind bars, costly fines, and the loss of driving privileges, but a permanent criminal record can ruin your professional reputation and personal life. Fortunately, it is possible to get a Texas DWI reduced. A criminal defense attorney can negotiate with the prosecution or ...
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  • 4 Reasons Why You Need a Criminal Defense Lawyer for a Misdemeanor

    After being arrested for a misdemeanor criminal offense, some thoughts which come to mind might include, “It’s only a misdemeanor, so it’s not that serious. I can handle the charges on my own, I don’t need a lawyer.” Since misdemeanors are not as serious as felonies, many people consider such crimes as merely minor in nature. However, there is no such thing as a minor criminal offense. Whether you ...
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  • Getting Pulled Over? Siri Can Now Discreetly Record the Police Encounter

    With the recent iOS12 update, an app called “Shortcuts” enables iPhone users to set up a series of actions through voice command. One user from Arizona, Robert Petersen, created an add-on named “Police” which provides drivers with an increased sense of security in the event of a traffic stop by law enforcement. All you have to say is, “Hey Siri, I’m getting pulled over.” Once activated, the ...
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