Fewer communities in the United States have seen more growth in recent years than the suburbs of North Texas, and Denton County is no exception. Whether a person has recently relocated from another part of the country or is a longtime local of the area, many people can find themselves feeling frightened and overwhelmed if they face criminal charges in Texas.
However, an arrest for driving while intoxicated (DWI, also known as driving under the influence or DUI) does not automatically result in a conviction. With the help of skilled and proven legal representation, initial criminal charges can be significantly reduced or possibly even completely dismissed.
However, an arrest for driving while intoxicated (DWI, also known as driving under the influence or DUI) does not automatically result in a conviction. With the help of skilled and proven legal representation, initial criminal charges can be significantly reduced or possibly even completely dismissed.
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Nobody intends to be arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI, also known as driving under the influence or DUI). Many people face these charges after believing they were able to safely operate motor vehicles. A person who has been charged with DWI in North Texas needs to understand that a conviction is not automatic.
A Texas driver's license may be suspended for a variety of reasons, including DWI offenses. As in other states, Texas may impose both criminal and civil (administrative) penalties related to driving while intoxicated (DWI, also known as DUI or drunk driving.) Because of "implied consent, " it is not even necessary for a person to be convicted or even charged with DWI to receive an automatic Administrative License Revocation (ALR).
An arrest for driving while intoxicated (DWI) in Denton County and in surrounding counties, including Parker, Wise, and Cooke, usually involves some fairly harsh penalties. However, the nature of the offense becomes even more serious if the alleged offender is accused of driving with an alcohol concentration or blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.15 or greater.
So many people are under the impression that criminal cases about operating vehicles while intoxicated are all about people driving automobiles while intoxicated. However, a vehicle is defined as a "thing used to transport people or goods", and this includes boats and other water vehicles.
Once you add in the fact that alcohol is often consumed during boating events and activities, it is easy to see why Texas heavily enforces the laws they have in place.Texas law enforcement officers are committed to enforcing laws pertaining to Boating While Intoxicated (BWI). If you're operating watercraft, you are not allowed to be physically and/or mentally handicapped by the consumption of alcohol.
Once you add in the fact that alcohol is often consumed during boating events and activities, it is easy to see why Texas heavily enforces the laws they have in place.Texas law enforcement officers are committed to enforcing laws pertaining to Boating While Intoxicated (BWI). If you're operating watercraft, you are not allowed to be physically and/or mentally handicapped by the consumption of alcohol.
People who drive trucks or buses professionally are subject to some laws that do not apply to other drivers. Both federal and Texas laws hold commercial drivers to a higher standard regarding alcohol consumption, with lower thresholds of legal impairment than for other drivers.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), a division of the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has established that the operation of a commercial vehicle by a driver with a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.04 or more is illegal (49 Code of Federal Regulations, Section 382.201).
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), a division of the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has established that the operation of a commercial vehicle by a driver with a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.04 or more is illegal (49 Code of Federal Regulations, Section 382.201).
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Rose Vito
Nov 21, 2019
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Richard and Brian did a great job on my case. I couldn't be happier with my results. I was always in the loop and really loved the attention to the details. From everyone from the bottom to the top of the firm really worked hard on my case. Any person looking for a great criminal defense firm call Richard McConathy today!
Mike Keller
Sep 26, 2019
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My wife and I got into a small dispute and since drinking was involved it got into a yelling match. My wife called the police after i bumped into her when I was trying to get by her. She later said it was in a way to scare me strait. What a big mistake, even though it was a small issue the cops arrested me. My wife tried to drop the charges but the DA said the state had picked up the case. I was going to lose my job if convicted. After I saw Richard on his web video. I really trusted him from the start. We forced the case to trial and they had to dismiss. If your case in Denton don't let that judge
Terry Oneil
Sep 20, 2019
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Keep this Richard McConathy's number in your phone. Met him at a party a few years back and figured that it wouldn't hurt to keep his contact. I'm glad I did. He got me out of jail within a few hours so i didn't miss work and took the bull by the horns from there. From start to finish Richard had total control of my case. I never had to worry about what was happening. After a year we set it for trial and we got a dismissal when the jury was in the hallway about to come into the court room. Even the judge said it was some strong legal work and I was lucky that I had Richard as my lawyer. My personal
Michael Chang
Aug 02, 2019
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Was working really long hours (12 plus Hrs) at the new job and my sleep was off. I was heading home and fell asleep at the wheel and drove of the road. Luckily no one was hurt, so I went to get help at the store up the road. When i got back the cops where there and assumed i was drinking. I was arrested. My first lawyer told me that the case was open and shut case and it was better to plead guilty. I found Richard, who said we could win and hired him to take over. He set my case for trial and the DA offered a dismissal on the day we showed to court. glad I didn't listen to the other lawyer. Hire
Charles Mitchel
Jun 21, 2019
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Words are not enough to express my thanks to Richard McConathy and his team. His efforts alone saved my daughter. At the start of it all, things seemed so hopeless for us, but after hiring Richard that all changed. Although it was a draw out process, Richard assured us that things would break our way eventually. One of the best decisions in my life was choosing him as my daughter's lawyer! Great Job Richard!
Matt Springer
May 06, 2019
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I am amazed at how great Richard McConathy handled my case. The whole team did such a wonderful job from the very start. I can't say enough words how happy that I hired this firm over the others I interviewed. Listen to Richard and if he tells you to work the system and ride the case out to the very end, believe me he knows what he is doing. Hire Richard McConathy.
Sam Dalton
Dec 14, 2018
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Richard McConathy is simply the best lawyer in Texas period! The whole staff is great. Always on top of things, calls, emails, and the attention to clients and service is beyond anything I can say. The best was the results, a Not Guilty!!! If your in trouble for a criminal offense and need a real bulldog on your side the get Richard McConathy, you wont regret it.
Susan Katy
Dec 11, 2018
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As a single mother, money can be very tight and life overly stressful. I got myself into a bad situation thinking I could make some easy money with a friend. Was I wrong! I was so stupid in not realizing I was really looking at some jail time. I sat up most nights after my arrests thinking who was going to take care of my kids if I was sent away for a long time. Thank God I found Richard McConathy. He took my case with a great payment plan I could afford and was always on myside in the case and with my money issues. After it was all done I never spent a day in jail and I was never convicted of
Ray Ward
May 26, 2018
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To say I was happy with Richard is an understatement. This guy is the best around. I interviewed several other "Denton" criminal defense lawyers and was very unimpressed. Most of them looked like the same tired old lawyer in a tiny office with card board boxes everywhere. Not Richard, from the minute you walk into his office you see the difference. He takes pride in his work and his staff shows it. All I can say is my case is off me and I can focus on the future. Glad I went with him.
Toby Sledge
Sep 18, 2017
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