SPECIAL REPORT: Mistakes the Tx police make...and how they can help you:

POLICE MISTAKES THAT MAY HELP YOUR DWI DUI DEFENSE

When you are arrested on suspicion of DWI, your heart may race with panic. It is imperative that you contact an experienced DWI attorney immediately to review and defend your case. In many instances, police officers have made mistakes during the arrest or during the blood, breath or urine tests that may actually work in your benefit. Some of these mistakes can include:

1. A police officer has stopped you based on an anonymous phone tip where he/she has no name and address of the caller.
2. A police officer followed you into your residence without an invitation to do so, or without information to justify such entry. Remember your home is protected from unjust intrusion under the Fourth Amendment.
3. A police officer based his/her arrest on your statements alone. An officer must have independent evidence to corroborate any statements made. These instances usually arise when you were not seen in actual physical control of your car.
4. A police officer detains you longer than is reasonable to investigate. The police may not hold you for unlimited periods of time.
5. A police officer stops you simply because he thinks you are suspicious. A vehicle stop must be made with a clear reasonable suspicion; the officer's guess that you are doing something wrong is not enough.
6. A police officer stops you simply because you were driving too slow or stopped in the middle of the street. Unless you are violating a specific traffic ordinance (i.e. impeding traffic), an officer cannot stop you.
7. A police officer stops you because you are weaving within a lane. Under Texas law, you are only required to drive as much as is practicable within a single lane. Cases exist that have held that one weave into the shoulder is not reason enough for a stop.
8. A police officer cannot stop a vehicle based on a misperceived violation of a law; an officer must be certain about his interpretation of law.
9. A police officer may not stop you due to improper signs. Lane markings and street signs must comply with Texas law.
10. A police officer must follow all rules of the Department of Public Safety, Breath Testing Manual. Any failure to do so may invalidate alcohol testing.
11. A police officer must follow all guidelines to validate stopping you at a roadblock.
12. A police officer may not stop you simply to check your driver's license and registration; there must be an actual traffic violation or definitive suspicion of a crime.
13. A police officer may only stop a vehicle when he/she can clearly identify the vehicle as the one that actually committed a traffic infraction.
14. A police officer can never stop a vehicle for no reason--most officers who do so do not show up for the court date.
15. A police officer may not block a vehicle's exit without justification. A driver's freedom may not be restricted without reason.

If you're like most people, you probably didn't know that the police make these mistakes; And you probably didn't know that these mistakes could significantly help your case. They can.

Protecting your rights in court to defend the Texas DWI charges against you is something I routinely do for my clients.

Further, the police mistakes I've just mentioned can also be the basis of a court action to reinstate your driver's license. I can also help you to work through the requirement that you have an "alcohol problem assessment" for the court and before you can get a driver's license reinstatement.

I will review with you what you will be facing and ensure that you are treated fairly, including your right to have a private assessment done which could satisfy the requirement.

I am an experienced Tx Fort Worth, Dallas metro area DWI attorney. I will defend you and will file an "implied consent" court action (called "judicial review" in paragraph 2 on the back of the revocation notice) to reinstate your driver's license and, more importantly, get the alcohol notation removed from your driving record.

If you have a prior DWI record, I can advise you about vehicle forfeiture, license plate impoundment, and the stiff mandatory jail sentences.

Only a good defense will result in a restored driver's license, reduced or dismissed DWI and criminal charges, community service or home monitoring instead of jail, or a "not guilty" verdict if the case is tried to a jury. I charge reasonable flat fees, which includes all court work as well as a the license revocation (implied consent trial), and a DWI jury trial if no settlement is possible.

If you've been arrested for Drunk Driving in Texas, you need experienced legal representation right away!

Call me for a free Texas DWI consultation, at 817-336-3600 , I'll explain exactly what I can do to help you. An arrest is not the same as a conviction!

I will fight to save your license and freedom!
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