Texas DWI Defense Attorney, Hoagie L. Karels

Texas DWI lawyer Hoagie L. Karels will put his two decades of experience defending Texas DWI cases to work for you when defending your drunk driving case. Although Hoagie has defended nearly every type of criminal case, including capital murder, he has concentrated on Texas DWI defense since 1987.

Along with his extensive experience, Hoagie has attended numerous DWI defense seminars over the past five years to ensure that he remains on the cutting-edge of drunk driving defense. He has the technical and scientific knowledge needed to aggressively challenge the evidence in your Texas DWI case and create reasonable doubt in your guilt.

Hoagie focuses his DWI law practice in the following Texas Counties: Falls, McLennan, Milam, Robertson, Brazos and Limestone. While his office is located in Marlin, he frequently sees clients in the cities of: Waco, Cameron, Franklin, Groesbeck, Bryan and College Station. Texas DWI / DUI lawyer Hoagie L. Karels be contacted toll FREE at 1.800.DWI.LAWS for a free consultation and case evaluation.

Membership and Associations

• State Bar of Texas;
• United States District Court, Western District of Texas;
• National College for DUI Defense;
• National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers;
• Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association;
• McLennan County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association;

Advanced Level DUI Training Programs

• Mastering Scientific Evidence in DWI cases - Atlanta, Georgia - 2004;
• NACDL/NCDD DWI means Defend With Ingenuity - Las Vegas, Nevada - 2002;
• NACDL/NCDD DWI means Defend With Ingenuity - Las Vegas, Nevada - 2005;
• Top Gun DWI - 2003;
• Top Gun DWI - 2004;
• NCDD Winter Session, DWI Defense - San Antonio, Texas - 2003;
• NCDD Winter Session, DWI Defense - New Orleans, Louisiana - 2005;
• NCCD Winter Session, DWI Defense - Amelia Island, Florida - 2006;
• Premier Scientific DWI Seminar - 2004;
• Advanced DWI - 2005;

Why should you hire me?

"Every Texas criminal defense lawyer I know handles some DWI cases, but few have invested the time I have in training and education in Texas DWI laws. Texas drunk driving statutes and case law are among the most complex in the nation, and I've devoted myself to mastering DWI law along with the scientific and mathematical knowledge needed for an aggressive Texas drunk driving defense.

A Texas DUI charge is like no other crime in America. Besides the legal penalties, DWI offenders face embarrassment, shame, and loss of driving privileges and professional licenses. As if that weren't enough, you risk losing your job, having to install an ignition interlock devices on your car, and you may even have to wear an ankle bracelet to monitor your movements and alcohol consumption. No other crime provides this many opportunities for the government to restrict a person's freedom. DWI and intoxication crimes are the only cases in Texas where a "first offender" has no option to keep a clean criminal record without a trial and acquittal, and now requires a person to serve 72 hours continuously in jail as a condition of probation.

Because the consequences of a Texas DWI conviction are so severe, we'll defend you aggressively. We will thoroughly investigate your case for defects in the formal filing of criminal charges, police officer mistakes and background checks, and the key evidence against you, including breath and blood tests. A complete investigation of your case will identify winning strategies to obtain either a non-DWI reduced charge or an acquittal."

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Texas Court Information and Locations

Texas DWI defense attorney Hoagie L. Karels is admitted to practice in all State courts of Texas.

Mr. Karels most frequently practices law in the following counties: Brazos, Falls, Limestone, McLennan, Milam, Robertson. He typically sees clients in Waco, Marlin, Cameron, Franklin, Groesbeck, Bryan, College Station but will travel where ever need be, depending on your DWI case.

Texas court system including pending docket information among other useful information:

 Court of Appeals - Find out about the fourteen court of appeals in Texas, sign up to receive updates on cases that interest you, and conduct research on cases and opinions.
 Court of Criminal Appeals - Information about the highest state court for appeals resulting from criminal cases are provided including links to procedures, rules, and submission schedules.
 Court Structure in Texas - Ever confused by the number of Texas courts and their jurisdictions? Click here to learn more about how the court system in Texas is organized.
 State Office of Administrative Hearings - The State Office of Administrative Hearings conducts fair, objective, prompt, and efficient hearings and alternative dispute resolution proceedings and provides fair, logical, and timely decisions.
 State Supreme Court - The Texas Supreme Court offers search capabilities on Case and Attorney information, and full text information on Orders and Opinions.
 Texas Board of Pardons and Parole - The primary role of the Texas Board of Pardons and Parole is the discretionary release of eligible inmates sentenced to the Institutional Division to a plan of parole supervision.
 Texas Judicial Directory - Search by court type, court name, or enter the last name of a Judicial professional. Also link to the Supreme Court, Court of Criminal Appeals, Courts of Appeals, or District-Level Courts.
 Texas Office of Court Administration - Office of Court Administration provides administrative support and technical assistance to all of the courts of Texas. The agency operates under the direction of the chief justice of the Supreme Court of Texas.
 Texas Department of Public Safety - Driver License Division

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Texas Arrest and Release

If someone you care about has been arrested, visit Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) web site for detail information.

Other Resources in Texas

There are a variety of special problems that arise following a drunk driving, DUI, or DWI arrest. It may be necessary to use a bail bondsman to help a friend or loved one gain release from custody. Renting a car may be difficult (although we know of several companies that will do so), as is getting car insurance. There may be a requirement to attend special alcohol programs, or AA meetings.

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For a free DWI consultation, contact Texas DWI Defense Attorney, Hoagie L. Karels by dialing 1.800.DWI.LAWS today.