Rodeo Austin Comes This Month Rodeo Austin returns to Central Texas this month, from March 8 to 23 at 9100 Decker Lake Road in Austin. The Rodeo brings with it live music, livestock shows and the carnival. Fairgrounds will open at 10 a.m. with general admission tickets beginning at $5-10 and concert admissions beginning... Read More »
By Brooke Price In 2019, a study published in the National Bureau of Economic Research[1] discussed the impact of heat and pollution on crime, reporting that overall crime rose by 2.2% and violent crime by 5.7%. In the summer, there are higher rates of arrests for aggravated assault, sexual assault, burglary, domestic violence, and crimes involving weapons.[2] So, why... Read More »
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By Brooke Price Did you know? In Texas, you can be charged with a Class C misdemeanor for having an opened alcoholic beverage in your vehicle, even if you aren’t drinking or the car is parked. According to Texas Penal Code Sec. 49.031, an open container is defined as a “bottle, can, or other receptacle that contains... Read More »
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By: Brooke Price According to data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 13.2% of adults over 18 in the U.S. reported use of antidepressant medications from 2015-2018.[1] Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI’s) are among the most commonly prescribed, but can cause serious side effects including headaches, drowsiness, insomnia, and dizziness.[2] Previously, we’ve discussed... Read More »
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On average, it takes a full hour for the body to metabolize one standard drink.[1] And after a night out with friends, it’s common practice to sleep it off and drive home the next morning. But what if there’s still alcohol in your system the next day? For example: If you go to the bars... Read More »
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Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is one of the most aggressively punished offenses in the state of Texas. That shouldn’t come as much of a surprise, however, since the crime is more common than a person would expect. According to the latest statistics published by the Texas Department of Transportation, there were 671 drunk driving deaths... Read More »
The holidays can evoke a range of emotions in people, from excitement to sadness. Factor in the continuing uncertainty due to Covid and the possibility for Christmas and New Year’s parties, and those emotions are likely to run high. During the period from Thanksgiving to New Year, law enforcement is out and looking for... Read More »
A Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charge in Texas can carry serious consequences. It is important to know that these consequences may be elevated if there is a child passenger in your vehicle. According to Texas Penal Code section 49.045, an individual can be charged with a DWI with a Child Passenger in Texas if he... Read More »
We come across many misconceptions about DWI and DUI in our office every day. Many people believe that (A) DWI and DUI are the same thing, (B) that DWI only applies to alcohol and DUI only applies to drugs, and/or (C) that both adults and minors can be charged for either or both of those offenses. ... Read More »
Posted by R. Scott Magee The holidays are fast approaching. And, even though things are a little different this year due to COVID, many people will use their time off from work to enjoy friends, family, and drinking. The easiest way to avoid DWI charges is to NEVER drink and drive. If you can, there are... Read More »
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