Tag: Intoxicated Manslaughter

Drunk driving again made headlines in Dallas this month when a police officer was killed by an allegedly intoxicated driver. The Dallas Police Department said an officer who was working an accident scene was killed in the early hours on Feb. 13. In a tweet, Chief Eddie Garcia said a police officer was “struck and…

How to Defend Against Intoxicated Manslaughter in Dallas

Intoxicated manslaughter in Dallas is a serious charge, but attorneys have several defense strategies they can use to help their clients. Manslaughter in Dallas is a felony charge under Texas Penal Code, Title 5, chapter 19, and defendants convicted of this crime can face a significant prison sentence. But Texas has upped the ante with…