DWI / DUI Q & A

DWI/DUI Legal Defense Attorney in Austin

What if I Refuse or Fail To Take a Breath Test After I've Been Pulled Over?

In Texas, your driver's license may be suspended for a minimum of 180 days under an administrative license suspension (ALR).

How Can I Stop This License Suspension?

Lawyer Ira L. Davis can prevent this from happening by requesting an administrative license revocation (ALR) hearing on the license suspension within 15 days, and you may get it back.

If I'm Going To Lose My License, I'll Lose My Job.

A lawyer can present your personal need and make the judge aware of why you need an occupational or provisional driver's license.

How Will a DWI/DUI Conviction Impact My Criminal Record?

You will have a record of the DWI/DUI conviction for the rest of your life.

What Is the BAC That Will Get Me Arrested?

In Texas, if you have more than .08 measured in your bloodstream, you are subject to an arrest for DWI (driving while intoxicated) or DUI (driving under the influence).

Is the Breathalyzer Test Always Right?

No. The readings can be wrong. This issue needs to be carefully and fully investigated.

Will I Need To Go to Jail?

At the time of the arrest, yes, you will likely go to jail until the next day. Beyond that, it's up to you and the lawyer and the courts. If you've been arrested for a second DWI, it's likely that you will have to serve some county jail time.

See DWI consequences for answers to questions about license suspension, fine specifics, jail time specifics and more.

What Is an Ignition Interlock Device?

This is an alcohol breath screening product that will not allow the car to start if it detects a BAC of more than .02. In certain circumstances, this device is physically appended to the automobile of a person who has been convicted of a DWI.

How Does Ira L. Davis, Attorney at Law, Defend a DWI/DUI Case?

The DWI/DUI defense starts with a review of your case to make sure the law enforcement officer followed correct procedures. I analyze whether the tests given were legal and if they were given correctly. I review the arrest standard for probable cause and determine if the decision to arrest was justified. I then take all this information and vigorously defend your rights.

How Else Can You Help Me?

I can tell you what to expect and I can help you enroll in counseling programs before you appear in court, which may favorably affect your sentencing. I have firsthand experience in having made wrong decisions early in my life and I strongly believe that you should get a fair shake. I'm an attorney who will thoroughly and vigorously and capably protect your rights. I will not tell you what to do, but some people look at a DWI/DUI arrest as a wake-up call to change their lives for the better.

Board-Certified in Criminal Law

For a free and confidential initial meeting about your drunk driving concerns, please call my Austin office at 512-472-9154 or e-mail me online to schedule a time to discuss how I can help you. Payment plans and credit cards are accepted.