When you’re charged with a DWI (Driving While Intoxicated), it’s not just the potential criminal penalties that should warrant your concern. A DWI conviction carries with it a slew of civil consequences that can reshape your life in unexpected and challenging ways. A DWI conviction can be more than a blot on your record. A […]
Not every DWI arrest is justified. In Texas, challenging the validity of a DWI arrest is more than a right—it’s a must. I’m Galveston DWI Lawyer Tad Nelson, alongside Attorney Amber Spurlock, and our extensive experience in defending DWI and DUI charges in Galveston County has exposed us to the grim reality of false DWI […]
As an experienced attorney and former Asst. Galveston County District Attorney, I’ve seen countless faces of the law. Yet, one issue that continually arises is DWI charges linked to prescription medications. Texas law is no friend to those accused. Even if you’ve faithfully followed a doctor’s orders, you could be arrested for driving while under […]
In the summer of 2022, several fatal DWI accidents changed the way Galveston Police Department (GPD) officers thought about drunk driving. And this year they are doing something to make sure that these fatal accidents don’t occur. According to a story in ABC 13, Galveston Police have ramped up DWI arrests this summer. In fact, […]
Grappling with the aftermath of a DWI arrest in Texas can be unsettling. However, if your case was dismissed, we may be able to get the record of the arrest off of your background. Attorney Tad Nelson is an experienced Galveston DWI lawyer with over 30 years of practice. If you’re looking for an attorney […]
Here’s the common scenario; you’re going about your life, minding your business, when suddenly, you’re lit up with flashing blue lights and stopped by the police. They suspect you of drunk driving so they ask you to submit to breathalyzer tests. In a blink, it seems that everything in your life has changed. If you’re […]
When a person is arrested and charged with a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) offense, it’s natural to feel confused, especially if it’s your first criminal charge. However, it’s strategic in your actions by avoiding some of the more common mistakes that could negatively impact your case. As an experienced Galveston DWI lawyer, Attorney Tad Nelson […]
As a well-known Galveston DWI lawyer with a wealth of experience in criminal law, Tad Nelson is no stranger to challenging the veracity of breathalyzer tests in court. A number of our clients have asked us about the reliability of Breathalyzer testing and some don’t trust the devices at all. Breathalyzers are tools used by […]
The impact of a DWI conviction on professional licenses can have unforgiving downstream consequences. For many professionals, a DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) charge and conviction could mean much more than fines or jail time. The situation could threaten their very livelihood. If you’re a professional that’s looking for options to fight criminal charges of Driving […]
DWI: Driving While Intoxicated In Texas, DWI refers to the crime of driving while intoxicated by alcohol. A driver is considered intoxicated when their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) reaches or exceeds the legal limit of 0.08%. For commercial drivers, the limit is 0.04%, and for drivers under 21, any detectable amount of alcohol is grounds […]
