Could I face jail time for causing an accident while intoxicated?
I am 55 and have a perfect driving record. I was involved in an accident. I had taken Xanax at about 3am and the accident happened at about 7am. Could I face jail time?
Answered By: Cynthia Henley, Lawyer
You could be charged with DWI, intoxication assault, or if someone dies - intoxication manslaughter. They would have to prove that the xxanex caused intoxication and the intoxication caused the accident.
Answer Applies to: Texas
Replied: 12/18/2011
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Answer Applies to: Texas
Replied: 12/18/2011
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Answered By: Robert Valles and Associates P.C.
You most likely won't. Although some courts require jail time with a dwi if there is an accident, even if it is your first.
Answer Applies to: Texas
Replied: 12/15/2011
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Answer Applies to: Texas
Replied: 12/15/2011
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Answered By: Mark Thiessen, Attorney at Law
Absolutely. Do not answer any questions, even from insurance, until you hire alawyer, and hire the best you can afford.
Answer Applies to: Texas
Replied: 12/14/2011
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Answer Applies to: Texas
Replied: 12/14/2011
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Answered By: Sifuentes & Locke
I would like to know if there was any police involvement. I would also like to know if you went to the hospital and if you were subject to a blood draw. People are arrested in one of two ways 1) when they are caught committing a crime 2) when they are caught after an investigation. If the police drew your blood, or if they obtain your blood from the hospital then you could face criminal charges. If they did not, then it is very unlikely.
Answer Applies to: Texas
Replied: 12/14/2011
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Answer Applies to: Texas
Replied: 12/14/2011
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Answered By: Reeves Law Firm, P.C.
Yes. DUI be it for alcohol or other stimulant/drug is still DUI.
Answer Applies to: Texas
Replied: 12/14/2011
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Replied: 12/14/2011
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