The holiday season in Plano and Collin County can be a time of celebration, but it’s also a time when law enforcement intensifies its focus on DUI and DWI cases. If you find yourself arrested for DWI, follow these critical steps to protect your rights:
- Do Not Admit Anything to the Officer
Politely provide your driver’s license and insurance card. Keep these documents handy to avoid the officer claiming you “fumbled” or couldn’t locate them. - Do Not Perform Standard Field Sobriety Tests
Refusing to perform these tests can improve your chances of having your case dismissed later. Without clear evidence of intoxication, our attorneys can file a motion to suppress, potentially leading to a dismissal of your charges. - Do Not Consent to Blood Draws or Breath Tests
Officers may pressure you with threats of license suspension, but refusing these tests can protect your case. Even if your license is suspended after arrest, Starr Law, P.C. can help you obtain an occupational driver’s license. - Stay Polite but Do Not Admit to Drinking
Avoid admitting to alcohol or drug use, no matter how the officer questions you. Being polite doesn’t mean you should cooperate with potentially incriminating inquiries. - Contact Starr Law, P.C. Immediately
After an arrest, call Starr Law, P.C. or have a loved one contact us. We can secure your release from jail quickly using a Writ Bond, sparing you from days in custody waiting to see a magistrate.
Remember This
During the holidays, law enforcement operates on zero-tolerance policies, leading to wrongful arrests of people who are not intoxicated. For example, attorney Kent W. Starr recently won a jury trial, resulting in “not guilty” verdicts and dismissals of all charges against a client accused of DWI with felony drug possession.
Being arrested doesn’t mean you’re guilty. Starr Law, P.C. is here to fight for you.
Contact us today if you or a loved one is arrested. Enjoy your holidays responsibly, and remember: consuming alcohol is not illegal, and being charged does not mean you’re guilty.
Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas!
