West 7th District DWI
Fort Worth’s Cultural District has rapidly grown with popularity. West 7th A multi-block urban village, this pedestrian-friendly area offers high-concept dining, local specialty fashion retailers and unique entertainment venues. The Law Offices of David Sloane are located less than a mile away from West 7th and provide representation to a great number of clients associated with this area.
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Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is common when in these entertainment areas. Those accused of DWI face severe consequences, including jail time, driver license suspension, substantial fines, and much more. David Sloane, and his team of dedicated criminal defense lawyers, have the unique and in-depth experience necessary to quickly analyze a DWI case and determine the right defense for you. If you are facing a DWI charge, it is important that you select an experienced and resilient Criminal Defense Attorney.
DWI Texas Penal Code § 49.04
In Texas, a person commits the offense of driving while intoxicated if the person is intoxicated while operating a motor vehicle in a public place.
The State must prove the following to secure a DWI Conviction:
- On or about a date
- In the particular county
- The defendant operated
- A motor vehicle
- While intoxicated.
Alcohol v. Non-Alcohol DWI
Did you know, a person can be arrested for DWI without drinking a drop of alcohol?
Many are shocked to learn the Texas legal definition of “intoxicated” encompasses intoxication by marijuana, prescription medication, and other non-alcohol substances.
Under the Texas Penal Code, Intoxication is defined as:
- not having the normal use of mental faculties by reason of the introduction of alcohol, a controlled substance, drug, or any other substance into the body,
- not having the normal use of physical faculties by reason of the introduction of alcohol, a controlled substance, drug, or any other substance into the body, or
- having an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more.
It is important to note that the first two definitions of “intoxication” are completely subjective – i.e. based on one’s opinion. It is this subjective criterion that can lead to an innocent person being arrested for and charged with DWI.
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Fort Worth Police Department
Neil Noakes is the Chief of Police for the Fort Worth Police Department. Fort Worth is the 12th largest city in the nation and has a budget of $130 million. This generous budget allows for the Fort Worth Police Department to thoroughly investigate and pursue most criminal matters. The Law Offices of David Sloane handle criminal matters in Tarrant County on a daily basis. We are able to simplify your criminal matter with our experience and knowledge about the Tarrant County Criminal Courts.
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