The DFW DWI Blog
Practical, plain-English writing on Texas DWI law and the DFW court system.
Your First DWI Court Date in Dallas County
Your first Dallas County DWI court date: where to go, what happens at an announcement setting, what to wear and bring, and what your attorney handles for you.
Read →DWI Checkpoints in DFW: Your Rights
DWI checkpoints are unconstitutional in Texas — but DFW police run near-checkpoint enforcement instead. Know your rights.
Read →Car Searches During a Texas DWI Stop
When Texas police can and can't search your car during a DWI stop — consent, probable cause, and inventory searches explained.
Read →DWI and Child Custody in Texas
How a DWI arrest or conviction can affect Texas custody and visitation — especially DWI with a child passenger — and how family courts weigh it.
Read →The Clock Is Already Running on Your DWI Case
Every day you wait narrows your defense options. Browse the directory, compare vetted DFW DWI attorneys, and contact the one you choose — consultations are free and confidential.