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Fort Worth DWI Attorney

Personalized DUI Defense Representation in Texas

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is one of the most common criminal offenses in Texas. Those accused of DWI face severe consequences, including jail time, driver license suspension, substantial fines, and much more. It is important you select the right Fort Worth DWI lawyer to protect your freedom.

The dedicated Fort Worth DWI Attorneys at the Law Office of David Sloane stand ready to defend those accused of DWI throughout the greater Dallas – Fort Worth Metroplex. DWI Defense Attorney David Sloane has over 40 years of experience related to DWI investigation, arrest, and defense. As a former Police Lieutenant, David Sloane has specialized training, and has trained other police officers, on the proper administration of the standardized field sobriety tests and Intoxilyzer breath-testing equipment. 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.

Call (817) 349-7118 or contact us online today to schedule a free consultation with our Fort Worth DWI attorney!

Understanding DWI Under 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:

  1. On or about a date
  2. In the particular county
  3. The defendant operated
  4. A motor vehicle
  5. While intoxicated.

Alcohol vs. Non-Alcohol DWI: What You Need to Know

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:

  1. 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,
  2. 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
  3. 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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Our Settlements & Verdicts

Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.

  • Reduced Under 12.44 Motion to Adjudicate - Possession of Methamphetamine Under 1 Gram and Possession of Methamphetamine 1-4 Grams
  • Reduced to Class C Non-Reporting Probation Falsification of Drug Test Results
  • Cases Dismissed Possession of a Controlled Substance Under One Gram and Unlawful Carry of a Weapon
  • Cases Dismissed Assault Bodily Injury - Family Member and Emergency Protective Order
  • Case Dismissed, Motion to Suppress Granted Possession of Marijuana <2oz

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