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Doctor Employed by Jail Arrested for DWI

Plano DWI Lawyer — Tue, 15 May 2012 18:50:00 GMT

This week, news sources reported that a medical professional that services inmates at the McLennan County Jail was arrested for DWI. Reports indicate that Dr. J.A.W. was booked into jail after an officer pulled him over for drunk driving and remained in police custody until the following morning. A Sergeant said that 60-year-old Dr. J.A.W. was arrested after an officer stopped him for suspicion of DWI. However, the Sergeant would not say where or what time the traffic stop had occurred.

Following the arrest, the Chief Deputy of McLennan County, R.P., confirmed that Dr. J.A.W. was in fact employed by the area jail and said he could not release details surrounding the arrest. At this time, it is known that a bond has not been set for the doctor. If you are facing DWI charges in the state of Texas, it is important that you speak with a Plano DWI lawyer. Whether this is your first arrest or subsequent, you need a legal professional on your side that will protect your best interests. Don't wait to contact the Zendeh Del Law Firm to arrange your initial consultation with an attorney from our office.

DWI Offender has Bail Set at $1 Million

Plano DWI Lawyer — Tue, 08 May 2012 12:25:00 GMT

One man has been charged with DWI so many times that he is now being held on $1 million bail. D.E.R., 46, was detained earlier this month on multiple charges including DWI and marijuana possession. When police first pulled the suspect over in Mount Holly, it was apparent that he was driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol. After administering the standard field sobriety tests and searching his vehicle, the arresting officer detained D.E.R. on suspicion of driving with a revoked license, marijuana possession, DWI and three counts of failure to appear in court.

This is not the first time that the suspect has been detained for similar charges. He was arrested in Gaston and then Mecklenburg, but was released on bonds of $550,000 and $15,400, respectively. The suspect was brought to the Gaston County courthouse and spoke with a judge via live video feed. It was brought to the judge's attention that D.E.R. had four prior DWI convictions in the state of Texas and three in North Carolina. News sources say that D.E.R. did not make any comments during the video bond sentencing. Arrested for multiple DWI in Texas? Learn how you can fight your charges by contacting the Zendeh Del Law Firm to arrange your case evaluation with a Plano DWI attorney from our office.

Less DWI Arrests Reported at San Antonio Annual Festival

Plano DWI Lawyer — Tue, 01 May 2012 14:25:00 GMT

Each year there is an eleven day festival held in San Antonio, Texas. Due to the high number of alcoholic beverages served during that time, there are usually dozens of DWI arrests and even a few traffic fatalities. However, for the second year in a row, the San Antonio Police Department was pleased to announce that there were no traffic fatalities caused by drunk driving. However, there is one incident that is still under investigation which may have been caused by drunk driving. A man crashed his vehicle last Friday and passed away as a result of his injuries. It is uncertain whether he had been drinking earlier in the night, a question which will be answered soon by his blood work.

In addition to no alcohol-caused traffic fatalities during Fiesta, the authorities also reported that there was a reduction in DWI related deaths during the month of April overall. In previous years, April has been the deadliest month for traffic fatalities caused by drunken drivers. This year, there were just two deaths recorded. Have you been charged with DWI in Plano? If so, you may wish to contest your charges to avoid harsh penalties. If this is the case, contact the Zendeh Del Law Firm now to get immediate assistance from a Plano DWI lawyer from our team.

DWI Accident Offender Ordered to Wear Sign at Collision Site

Plano DWI Lawyer — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT

A judge in Texas agreed to a request from the mother of a young man killed in a drunk driving accident. After serving a short prison term, the guilty party has been ordered to wear a sign around his neck. The mother hopes that this act will help bring awareness to the dangers of drunk driving and how it can take lives. M.G., 39, spent three months behind bars for taking the life of 20-year-old A.C.P. in Texas. Last year he was driving while impaired (DWI) and went through a red light. He crashed into a vehicle driven by the victim, killing A.C.P. immediately. After pleading guilty to a reduced charge, M.G. was sentenced to three months in jail and two years of probation. The terms of his probation were unique in that the judge ordered him to wear a sign saying "I killed Aaron Coy Pennywell while driving drunk" for four consecutive Saturdays. He will also have to wear an ankle-monitoring device and display a picture of the victim in his home.

Starting next week, M.G. will have to return to the scene of the accident. He must remain there from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and wear the sign for all to see. The victim's mother has erected a memorial at the scene of the accident that will reinforce the message. If you have been arrested for DWI and you want to know what options you have to defend yourself, contact the Zendeh Del Law Firm today and set up a time to have your case reviewed by an experienced Plano DWI lawyer from our office. We will evaluate your case and inform you of possible defense strategies.

Bexar County Cracking Down on Drunk Driving

Plano DWI Lawyer — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:40:00 GMT

Officers in Bexar County are cracking down on drunk drivers. However, since DWI cases can be difficult to prosecute, police men and women are getting special training courses. These classes are designed to help officers during the arrest process to ensure that justice if brought to drunk drivers. Last week several departments in the County took part in a new initiative called "DWI Roll Call." Officers were taught methods to better prepare DWI cases that will stand up in court. These same courses are also being taught to prosecutors across Texas that work with law enforcement agencies to prosecute drunk drivers. There are several issues that make it difficult for DWI cases to be successful in a court room. Since the jury rarely sees a victim and the charge is just a misdemeanor, it can be difficult to convince a jury to convict.

Bexar County is unique in that it is a No Refusal 24/7 county. That means that a police officer can demand a warrant for a blood test if he believes that someone has been drinking and driving. In the end, police officers say they just want to get drunk drivers off the road since they pose a threat to the community at large. Facing DWI charges? Learn what defense options you have by contacting the Zendeh Del Law Firm to consult a Plano DWI attorney from our team.

New Portable Technology to Help Probation Officers

Plano DWI Lawyer — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:30:00 GMT

New technology is being tested by probation officers in the state of Texas this month. A portable breathalyzer machine will help these officers determine whether individuals on probation are following the terms of their parole or are in violation thus making them eligible for a trip back to jail. The portable devices have been in use for just two weeks but they have already started to show their utility. Since it is the responsibility of a parole officer to know where an offender is at all times, it is important to track their movements and determine whether they are committing another crime. This can all be accomplished by the tiny device which is completely portable, a representative for the new device states. It not only takes a picture of the parolee and registers blood alcohol level, but also tracks that person's whereabouts thanks to GPS.

At select times, the parolee will receive a text message telling him/her to use the breathalyzer unit. If the reports come back positive for alcohol and the person is on an alcohol restriction, he/she can be picked up immediately by police and may have his/her probation revoked. When you are arrested for DWI in Texas, you may be sentenced with jail time, fines and in some cases, probation. With so many strict possibilities, you'll want to fight your charges by enlisting the help of a Plano DWI attorney. Don't wait to contact the Zendeh Del Law Firm to get legal help!

Defendant Gets 40 Years for Sixth DWI Conviction

Plano DWI Lawyer — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 01:40:00 GMT

Recently, it was announced that a fugitive that had been wanted for over a month surrendered himself to the Collin County Sheriff's Office. R.D.C., a 48-year-old resident of Plano, had appeared in court on March 7^th for his DWI trial. While R.D.C. made it to court and listened to the case presented against him, once the court recessed for lunch, he left and never returned. Despite the fact that he had not returned to court, the trial moved forth without him and he was given 40 years by the judge for the conviction that stemmed from his sixth DWI offense. Following the announcement of his sentence, the judge issued an arrest warrant in R.D.C.'s name.

Police say that R.D.C.'s sixth DWI arrest took place in February 2010. At that time, he was stopped by police because he drove through a red light. The officer that stopped him noticed that R.D.C. had slurred speech and smelled the presence of alcohol so he asked R.D.C. to perform field sobriety tests which he failed. After asking the officer if he could "just walk home", R.D.C. was placed under arrest for DWI, but he refused to take a blood test. The policeman looked up R.D.C.'s criminal record and after noting the multiple DWI offenses, he had a mandatory blood draw performed using Texas' law for repeat DWI offenders as grounds. R.D.C. blood alcohol was later revealed to be .23%, well above the state's legal limit. Facing DWI charges? Now is the right time to get help from a Plano DWI lawyer by contacting the Zendeh Del Law Firm today!

Third DWI Leads to Jail Time for Multiple Offender

Plano DWI Lawyer — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 23:35:00 GMT

One man not only lied to a state trooper, but was caught telling his false story shortly after being arrested. The man now faces multiple charges including DWI in Texas. According to the police report, 48-year-old M.R. was pulled over last week when a state trooper noticed his erratic driving. When the officer approached the vehicle, the suspect insisted that he was not intoxicated. This was despite the half-empty bottle of liquor that sat next to him in the vehicle.

A blood test later revealed that M.R. had a blood-alcohol level of .32%. This is nearly four times the state legal limit of 0.08%. According to news sources, this is not the first time that M.R. has been detained for drunk driving. In fact, it is his third DWI arrest time since 1985. As a result, he was given 20 years in a federal prison since a third DWI is considered a felony in the state of Texas. He has already spent several years behind bars for theft and burglary, crimes for which he was on parole for when he was arrested. Recently arrested for DWI? Learn how you can fight your charges by contacting the Zendeh Del Law Firm now to arrange a time to speak with a knowledgeable Plano DWI attorney from our legal team.

DWI Patrols Will Increase The Whole Month Of March in Mission, Texas

Plano DWI Lawyer — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:19:00 GMT

In Mission, Texas, local law enforcement just ended their DWI saturation period for the St. Patrick's holiday. However, news sources say that patrols will increase until the end of the month because Spring Break is right around the corner for college students. Until March 31^st, police in Mission will be working overtime to crack down of drunk driving offenders. Grants provided by the Texas Department of Transportation have allowed officers to increase their DWI efforts as Mission sees eight to ten crashes daily throughout the month of March.

When asked about the increased drunk driving patrols, one officer said that police must be vigilant all month as colleges have Spring Break scheduled at different times. He also said that since the launch of this month's campaign, there have been 72 DWI arrests and 19 arrests for public intoxication. In addition to watching out for drunk drivers, officers will also be on the lookout for traffic offenses such as speeding and seatbelt violations. If you were recently arrested for DWI in Texas and are hoping to contest your charges, take the time to consult a Plano DWI lawyer by contacting the Zendeh Del Law Firm. Schedule your consultation and learn what defenses are available to you.

Plano Man Sentenced to 40 Years for DWI

Jason Zendeh Del — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:28:00 GMT

On February 21, 2010 a man was pulled over for running a red light, upon approaching the vehicle, the officer noticed that the traffic violator had alcohol on his breath and slurred speech. The officer proceeded to conduct three standardized field sobriety tests, all three of which the man failed. The man admitted to the officer that he had been drinking; he additionally asked if he could just walk home. The man was arrested, but he refused to give consent for a blood test to determine his BAC.

The police officer ran a background check on the man, and discovered that he had at least three prior DWI convictions, his third being in 1992. Upon this discovery, the officer took the man to a medical facility for a mandatory blood draw under Texas DWI law. The blood test found the man to have a blood alcohol content of 0.23; this is almost three times the legal limit of 0.08. It was further discovered that the man had already served jail time for two prior DWI convictions; his third DWI conviction came with a sentence for 15 years. The Collin County Judge sentenced the man to 40 years in prison after having examined testimonies and evidence pertaining to the case.

This is a very serious case of a DWI conviction; it is evidence to just how life changing multiple DWI convictions can be. If you or a loved one have been charged with a DWI it is essential that you contact a Plano DWI attorney from The Zendeh Del Law Firm PLLC immediately to discuss your case. There is no evidence that cannot be fought by a skilled and experienced DWI lawyer, don't let false or twisted evidence be a deciding factor in your DWI case. You have the right to a fair trial, and to an attorney, it is vital that you utilize both of these rights in order to minimize the possibility of conviction. Contact a Plano DWI lawyer from our firm to discuss your case and for a comprehensive defense of your DWI case today.

3 Individuals in 3 Separate Vehicles Arrested for DWI in Dallas

Plano DWI Lawyer — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:25:00 GMT

Police in the city of Dallas made multiple arrests while investing an auto accident that took place on the North Central Expressway. According to reports, officers on the scene arrested three individuals in three separate vehicles for driving while intoxicated (DWI) near the site of the collision. Police were responding to the accident when a 46-year-old man, C.B., crashed into a parked patrol car. Following the rear-end collision, 24-year-old S.M. crashed into the back of another vehicle. The crashes prompted officers' attention and the two drivers were arrested for suspicion of DWI.

The third arrest occurred when 26-year-old G.S. drove straight through a flare lane. Police immediately stopped G.S. and discovered not only that he was DWI, but also operating without a valid license which is also a criminal offense. Due to the accidents, the expressway's northbound lane had to be shut down for numerous hours. If you caused a DWI accident, know that you may be facing enhanced legal penalties if you are found guilty. For this reason, you'll want to fight your charges or work to have them reduced by obtaining the services of a Plano DWI attorney. To get legal help for your case, contact the Zendeh Del Law Firm now.

Boy Ejected From SUV Window During DWI Accident

Plano DWI Lawyer — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 02:49:00 GMT

After a DWI accident, a 7-year-old-boy remains in the hospital in Conroe, Texas. According to reports, the young boy was involved in a collision that caused him to be tossed out of a vehicle's window at approximately 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. The crash took place on Interstate 45 and occurred when a pickup truck attached to a trailer clipped a Ford Explorer that was driving alongside it. After the pickup truck hit the Explorer, the Explorer's tire split and the operator of the SUV lost control which caused the vehicle to rollover. The truck and trailer allegedly spun several times on the Interstate before coming to a complete rest.

Inside the SUV were the 7-year-old and his two grandparents. The boy had fallen asleep in the back of the vehicle and was not wearing a seatbelt. When the collision occurred, he was thrown from the vehicle and landed 87 feet away from the SUV. He was immediately rushed to the hospital for treatment where he was listed as being in critical condition. The grandparents were also injured and hospitalized, but are reportedly stable. Police arrested the driver of the truck and he was charged with intoxication assault as well as felony DWI. Are you facing serious DWI charges? If so, contact the Zendeh Del Law Firm to speak with a Plano DWI attorney that can get involved in your case immediately to aggressively defend you against your charges.

Officer Arrested for Suspicion of DWI after Crash

Plano DWI Lawyer — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 18:05:00 GMT

Last week, news sources said that a New York City officer was arrested for driving while impaired (DWI). According to the police report, Officer C.M., 31, was discovered behind the wheel of his patrol car while under the influence of alcohol. While drunk, he crashed the vehicle into a pole and then reportedly blacked out. When fellow officers arrived on the scene, he was "awake and uninjured", but clearly intoxicated. He refused to take a Breathalyzer test and was arrested for suspicion of driving while intoxicated shortly thereafter.

The arresting officer later learned that C.M. had left a fundraiser for the family of a policeman that had been killed in the line of duty. It was there that he became intoxicated and decided to get behind the wheel. As with any police officer that gets into legal trouble, the Internal Affairs Bureau will investigate the case. When you have been arrested for suspicion of DWI in Texas, it is important that you retain the services of an aggressive Plano DWI attorney as soon as possible. Don't wait to contact the Zendeh Del Law Firm so you can contest your charges.

Drunk Driver Crashes into Back of EMS Vehicle

Plano DWI Lawyer — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:06:00 GMT

In the city of Schertz, officers report that they placed a DWI suspect under arrest after he crashed his KIA into the back of an emergency response vehicle. Instead of stopping after the collision, the suspect sped off. This prompted the people inside of the EMS vehicle to call police. The EMS crew told police that they were on Interstate 35 when they were forced to move into the exit-only lane so they could prevent a crash with the suspect's vehicle. Within moments of entering the lane, they saw the suspect's car drift into other lanes until it was directly behind their vehicle. They told officers that the suspect's erratic driving led them to believe he was under the influence.

The crew said that the suspect's car hit the back of their vehicle and then he sped off. They tried to follow him, but were unable to, so they called police. Shortly thereafter, officers found the suspect on the same Interstate speeding. He eventually pulled over and was identified as M.A.T. Police say that M.A.T. was intoxicated and was taken to the police department after failing a breath test and field sobriety tests. He is now facing charges for DWI and accident involving damage to vehicle in excess of $200. If you are facing charges after causing a DWI accident in Texas, contact the Zendeh Del Law Firm now to enlist the immediate help of a Plano DWI lawyer from our team.

DWI Defendant Found Guilty for Role in 2007 Fatal Accident

Plano DWI Lawyer — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 01:00:00 GMT

In San Antonio, Texas, a woman has recently been convicted for her role in a 2007 DWI accident. According to reports, 32-year-old J.Y. caused a collision while driving under the influence. News sources say that paramedics arrived at the scene of the accident and thought that the victim involved was deceased hours before she actually passed away. On Monday, J.Y. was convicted of intoxication manslaughter, manslaughter, intoxication assault, as well as driving while intoxicated. Now, she will face up to twenty years of jail time for the death of 23-year-old E.S.

At the time of the DWI accident, E.S. was inside another car that was hit by J.Y. At first, paramedics thought that E.S. was already deceased so they did not check on her until hours later. Once they noticed she was alive, they had E.S. transported to a local hospital where she later succumbed to her injuries. DWI is a serious offense in Texas and if you cause an accident while under the influence, you'll face enhanced charges and will need a Plano DWI attorney on your said. If you're facing charges for causing a DWI accident, take the time to contact the Zendeh Del Law Firm today to enlist help from our legal team.