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Know Your Rights: “What About My Miranda Rights?”

The police did not read my rights at the scene! Can they dismiss the case?! The answer is a confusing "yes and no". The Miranda warnings are somewhat popular due to inclusion in many television police dramas. What many may not know is that there is no specific language for the warnings. However, the warnings must, using whatever language convey 4 basic warnings: The right to remain silent; That anything…
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July 29, 2020
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Texas Firearm License to Carry WARNING

THIS IS AN IMPORTANT WARNING for those who currently have a license to carry a handgun!! Many Texans need a license to carry so they can have some form of personal protection. This is especially true for those who need to travel extensively for work and want to prepare for unexpected situations. However, the law allows Texas DPS to take away (revoke) or suspend a license to carry in certain…
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July 21, 2020
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The Importance of Your DWI Video

Many people arrested for DWI are not aware they they have the right to request video footage of their arrest. Before September 1, 2015, DWI arrestees did not have that right. That changed with the 84th Texas Legislative Session when Charlie Geren (the representative for District 99 (Fort Worth)) introduced House Bill 3791 (HB3791) on March 13, 2015. The bill passed the Texas House on May 5, 2015, and passed…
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June 4, 2020
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DWI Interlock Devices and Exceptions

Hate having an interlock? Want to get it off? Courts may, and sometimes must, require you to install an interlock in your car. This device, in simple terms, is a breathalyzer that you must use to start you car. Some interlocks will also take a picture when you blow into it to make sure it is you (or a technician). If someone else blows for you, you may be at…
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May 29, 2020
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Defending Asleep-at-the-Wheel Cases

Distinguishing Alcohol from Sleep Deprivation Ethanol acts as a central nervous system depressant, producing impairments nearly identical to sleep deprivation, such as slurred speech and poor motor control. Consequently, in DWI cases, scientifically distinguishing between these two states is critical yet challenging for the defense. The Scientific Difference Between Fatigue and Sleepiness While often used interchangeably, these terms represent distinct physiological states. On one hand, fatigue is a complex decrease…
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May 9, 2026
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Mimi’s Humanizing Approach for Handling Your Case

Have you ever tried to have an important conversation and felt like you were not heard? Whether with your employer, a parent-teacher conference, or to resolve an issue with a business manager, it all boils down to one guiding principle: being heard. The criminal lawyers at The Coffey Firm understand the importance of humanizing. Abraham Lincoln said, “I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than strict justice.” To…
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April 24, 2020
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Practical Advice for Going Through the DWI Process

If you are reading this, you or a loved one is probably going through the horrible experience of the DWI Process. Please know that we all make mistakes. We are human. DWI is a unique offense in that no one goes out with the intention of driving intoxicated. Please know you have our greatest sympathies. What you are experiencing is actually very common. Many people, approximately 1.4 million, have gone…
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March 12, 2020
Texas DWI and Its Impact on Security Licenses
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Texas DWI: Private Security Registration License Notice

Impact of Criminal Offenses on Private Security Licenses If you hold a private security registration license, you must be aware that certain criminal offenses can lead to a suspension of your credentials. Generally, most serious offenses—including murder, assault, and burglary—result in immediate license suspension. Furthermore, any offense that deems an individual "unfit" for their duties can also lead to disciplinary action against their registration. DWI Offenses and License Suspension Driving…
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May 9, 2026
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The Perfect Pretext for Illegally Stopping People: Unconfirmed Insurance

A DWI traffic stop based only on unconfirmed insurance lacks the reasonable suspicion required for a search and seizure. The 4th amendment of the Constitution protects citizens from unlawful search and seizure. This protection comes to life in Texas under the Texas Constitution, Article 1, section 9.  This is a wide net.  This means that the “ends do not justify the means”. More simply, the police cannot break the law…
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February 25, 2020

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