How Can I Avoid a DWI During the July 4th Holiday?
The Fourth of July can be a fun time for family and friends in Texas. With holiday celebrations comes drinking. Unfortunately, excessively drinking can lead to deadly consequences. There is no denying that drunk driving is dangerous, especially on holidays. This is why Texas law enforcement will be on high alert during July 4th festivities. If you have party plans, then you should know how to avoid a DWI on July 4th.
How Can I Avoid a DWI?
Plan ahead. The best way to avoid a DWI on Fourth of July is to plan ahead before going out and/or drinking at a barbecue. If you believe that you might get very intoxicated, you should never drive your own vehicle. Find a sober friend to take you to your event or call an Uber or Lyft. This step alone will prevent a deadly situation, and you will not put other innocent drivers at risk on the road.
Measure your own BAC. Before you get back into your vehicle after drinking, you can use an online app or BAC measuring card in order to determine your alcohol content. You can even do this over the course of the afternoon or evening in order to know how intoxicated you are over time. This will help you determine when you are sober. However, if you believe that you are intoxicated in any way you should stay at your location and find alternative ways of getting back home.
If you have been charged with a DWI in Texas, you will probably have many questions regarding your legal options. Contact the Goolsby Law Firm as soon as possible to speak with a DWI attorney.
Mike Goolsby
A veteran in both civil court cases and criminal defense, Mike Goolsby is a respected lawyer with more than 16 years of experience practicing law. He received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of North Texas in 1990, followed by his J.D. from the prestigious Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 1994. After earning his law degree, Mr. Goolsby worked as an Assistant District Attorney for the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office. As a trial lawyer, he was able to gain exceptional access to the criminal court system in this major metropolitan area, giving him immeasurable, distinct experience that helped him build a solid foundation for his own private legal practice. Mr. Goolsby went on to practice civil law for Maverick Acceptance Group, a venture capital company. Here, he gained invaluable knowledge of the civil side of the law, adding to his already diverse portfolio of legal expertise. In 1999, he opened the doors of The Goolsby Law Firm and has been successfully serving the residents of North Texas ever since. As an attorney, Mr. Goolsby combines his experience in both the civil and criminal fields to offer unmatched legal representation to his clients. With a long list of satisfied clients, Mr. Goolsby continues to build his practice through fair and aggressive legal defense.