McKinney DWI / DUI, Assault, Theft, & Drug Case Attorney

The Law Office of Michael G. Diaz, P.C. represents individuals throughout North Texas who are facing criminal charges. 

We understand that every criminal charge is important to you.  We will explain the proceedings and available options at every stage of the proceeding.  We will use all of our resources to work towards a favorable plea or present our case at a jury trial. 

We handle all misdemeanors and felonies including:

• Drug charges including possession and delivery 
• Assault and domestic violence
• Driving While Intoxicated
• Theft offenses
• Probation revocations
• Traffic citations

To discuss your options and to find out what to expect call Michael Diaz at 972-542-6820. 

DWI - Driving While Intoxicated

A drunk driving conviction in Texas is a serious matter. Even first-time offenders face jail time, driver's license suspension, considerable DWI penalties and fines. If you have been charged with drinking and driving, an experienced and skilled attorney can effectively protect your rights and your freedom.

At the Law Office of Michael G. Diaz, we have successfully represented countless clients charged with DWI / DUI. Some of the most common drunk driving defenses include:

• Violation of constitutional rights: Did the police have probable cause or reasonable, articulable suspicion to stop your car? Did the police unlawfully search your car or seize any containers? Under the 4th Amendment to the Constitution, you have a right to be free from illegal searches and seizures. Any evidence gained by violating this right is inadmissible.
• Field sobriety tests: A field sobriety test is one of the most inaccurate measures of sobriety. Conditions such as medical ailments, poor lighting and fatigue can lead to false readings.
• Harassment or forced confessions: Controversial questioning techniques can lead to a false confession. They can also cause a person to consent to something against their better judgment. Using threats and coercion to secure a confession is grounds for suppression of evidence.
• Failure to understand or enforce your rights: Did the arresting officer read your Miranda rights? Were you given the chance to contact a lawyer? Depending on the answers to these questions, your case may be dismissed.
• Blood alcohol content: When was your blood alcohol content measured? Did the operator have the proper license and/or training? Failure to follow the guidelines may result in a false reading.

Our ultimate defense strategy depends upon the specifics of your case. We review police reports, interview officers and listen to your account to create a compelling defense. Rest assured, we will work hard for you.

In addition to the criminal case, a DWI will result in a civil offense known as an Administrative License Revocation (ALR) which is brought by the Department of Public Safety (DPS).   Unfortunately, an ALR can suspend your license from 90 days to several years.  We will work to prevent your license from being suspended, but if it is suspended then we can help you obtain an Occupation Driver's License.  

Occupational Driver's License

If you have had your driver's license suspended because of a DWI, we may be able to help you obtain an Occupational Driver's License.  An occupational license is a special restricted license that authorizes you to use a motor vehicle for up to 12 hours a day for work, education, and household purposes. 

Expunction

Expunction (also known as Expungement) is the removal of a record of arrest from a person’s criminal file. Chapter 55 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure establishes specific requirements for the expunction of criminal history records, including arrest records. Essentially, a defendant can petition the court to remove arrests which did not lead to a finding of guilt or the placement on community supervision in a subsequent prosecution. If criminal charges were dropped, a not guilty verdict was rendered, or a conviction was overturned on appeal, a defendant would be eligible to have all records relating to the prosecution destroyed.

If you have completed deferred adjudication probation you may be able to petition the court for an order of non-disclosure.   Normally, criminal records are a matter of public record, thus making them available for anyone to view. A non-disclosure order prevents your records from being available to the public. Since they are not open to the public, information brokers and other entities that perform background checks may not access these records. 

Traffic Warrants

If you failed to take care of a traffic citation, the court may have issued a warrant for your arrest.  If you are stopped again for any reason, the officer may place you under arrest because of that warrant.  The Law Office of Michael G. Diaz can post the bond in such circumstances and get the warrant lifted.  We will then set a new court date to resolve the matter.  

To speak with Michael Diaz regarding a criminal case, contact us at (972) 542-6820.


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