Houston DWI Lawyer

Defending Those Arrested for Drunk Driving in Houston, TX

If you have been criminally charged for allegedly driving under the influence, it is vastly important that you do not hesitate to work with an aggressive Houston DWI attorney that you can count on. When facing the possibility of a DWI, you need to be confident that you are doing everything you possibly can to protect yourself against the potential penalties. This is nothing to take lightly. Your entire future is on the line and you need to do everything possible to build an effective defense.

I understand this need for aggressive defense. I am Attorney Christian Samuelson and I recognize how daunting it can be to deal with the aftermath of a criminal charge. No matter whether this a first time DWI or even if you have multiple DWI charges on your criminal record, my firm has the experience that you need to protect your legal rights. I am proud of the victories achieved by my firm and the people throughout Houston, Texas that we have been successful in helping to protect.

For example, I have been honored to achieve an AV® peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell® - this is an industry recognized symbol for not only high legal abilities, but also general ethical standards. Accolades and honors such as this have come from my dedication to client satisfaction and my commitment to ensuring that those I work with have an effective defense strategy on their side. I have a never-say-never attitude and will do everything that I reasonably can to either achieve an acquittal or reduced charges.

Samuelson Law Firm: Seeking Justice for the Accused

It's a scenario that happens to far too many people. They went out with a few friends, attended a party or were socializing with coworkers. They had one or two drinks, got into the car, buckled up and headed home. Before they know it, there are flashing lights in the rearview mirror and soon after a police officer is reading them their Miranda Rights and they're being arrested for an alleged DWI. While drunk driving is a serious hazard on the road, it is important to remember that it is not illegal to have a drink and drive – it is only illegal to drive if you are actually under the influence.

As Houston DWI lawyers, my firm does not condone drinking and driving, however, we are avid supporters of justice. We are dedicated to ensuring that innocent people do not get falsely arrested and convicted. Our criminal justice system is far from perfect and there are many flaws which can lead to a perfectly sober person becoming arrested even though they did nothing wrong. For instance, many law enforcement officers are not properly trained in detecting intoxication and administering the proper tests. They can therefore entirely botch the field sobriety tests or breath tests and can create falsely incriminating evidence.

Another common issue in these types of tests is the equipment that is used can be faulty, improperly maintained or abused. Say someone is pulled over and given a breath test with a machine that has not been calibrated per standard for months. The machine could be completely faulty and no one would be the wiser. Therefore, someone could give a breath sample of 0.08 percent even if that's not a true reflection of their BAC. Even with the more accurate blood tests, the simplest mistake could create a completely different outcome. Say a technician is tired or undertrained – either could jeopardize the results.

At my firm, I am fully aware of the oversights and flaws in the criminal justice system and have seen how they can result in wrongful arrests. Therefore, I remain committed to ensuring that those I work with have the thorough and efficient defense that they deserve. No matter the circumstances of their case, I will always invest the necessary time and energy into investigating the facts of the case and helping to craft a defense strategy that is personalized to their case – providing them with the best chance of justice that I can.

How a Houston DWI Attorney Can Help You

One of the most common questions people will ask is what happens after a DWI arrest. For many people, this type of arrest is the first encounter that they have had with the law. They therefore do not know the process and are unsure of what their next move should be. I recognize this fear and confusion and I am here to help alleviate it as best as I possibly can. For this reason, I have included relevant information throughout my site to help you better understand what you are facing. This includes everything from DWI survival tips to how to avoid the top 10 DWI mistakes and even an explanation of how a conviction affects your insurance.

By clicking through these pages, I hope you find the information that you need. If you are interested in seeing my various interviews in the news, feel free to check out our video center. Throughout the years, I have been sought out by various media outlets to provide legal commentary on various stories; this has included places such as NBC, CBS, FOX News and even H Texas Magazine. I am a trusted source on DUI law and have even been asked to lecture at various Continuing Legal Education seminars throughout the country.

So what are you waiting for? When it is your future on the line, you need to be confident that you are doing everything possible to step up and fight for your legal rights. I know what is at stake with any given criminal charge and I will be sure to do everything that I reasonably can to help you avoid conviction or to seek reduced penalties. When you have so much at stake, you really don't have a moment to lose. So please do not hesitate to pick up the phone and contact me today. You can schedule your initial case consultation either by calling me toll-free at 281-407-9553 or by taking advantage of our online form. Either way, I look forward to hearing from you and being able to discuss your legal options with you.

Please do not hesitate to contact a Houston DWI lawyer from my firm today!