Arlington, Texas, is located in Tarrant County and is a part of the mid-cities in between Dallas and Fort Worth. Arlington is home to the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, and Six Flags Over Texas. The City of Arlington is an entertainment pub for major sports events, graduations, and other entertainment events. Sloane Law Firm are highly experienced in Tarrant County and have handled many matters out of the city Arlington.
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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.
Arlington Police Department
Alexander Jones is the Chief of Police for the city of Arlington. He leads the 46th largest law enforcement agency in the country. Arlington Police Department has a budget of $109 million, meaning they have all the resources they need to pursue and investigate your matter. We have handled many matters from DWI to Manufacturing/Delivery and have achieved the best possible results for our clients.
For more information about the Arlington Police Department check out their website.