David Smith, JD
@davidsmithjd
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Owner of the David Smith Law Firm, PLLC Board Certified, Criminal Law--Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Houston, TX
Joined March 2009
Reputation is built over years, but can be questioned in a moment. In criminal matters, allegations alone can affect how others see you long before a case is resolved. Early legal action helps protect your name, limit exposure, and keep control of the narrative while the process
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It's not illegal to drink and then drive in Texas. Driving intoxicated is illegal. Watch more: https://t.co/F0QYsFZ7kH
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One decision can shape everything that follows. In criminal cases, the earliest moments often carry the greatest weight. The choices made before charges escalate can influence how evidence is viewed, how your reputation is protected, and which legal paths remain available.
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In criminal cases, time is never neutral. ⏱️ Every moment after an investigation begins can impact evidence, strategy, and outcomes. Waiting often limits options. Acting early preserves them. With board certified criminal defense and former prosecutor insight, we step in before
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Miss the deadline, lose your license. You only have 15 days from your arrest to request a hearing. Don't risk it—get an attorney ASAP! #LegalTips #DMV
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ALR hearings are often winnable. Officers frequently don't appear, and even if they do, lack of prep makes them vulnerable. Act fast: request a hearing within 15 days, ideally through an attorney. #DUI #LegalStrategy
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Criminal defense is not about reacting. It is about acting with purpose. ⚖️ Every decision made early in a case can shape what comes next. From how evidence is handled to which legal paths remain open, strategy matters. The right defense is built on foresight, judgment, and
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Thinking you can talk your way out of a DWI? That's evidence for the state. If the officer asks you to step out for field sobriety tests, you're likely going to jail. #DWI #LegalTips
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What happens before trial can shape everything that follows. ⏳ Pre-trial decisions often determine whether someone waits at home or behind bars while their case moves forward. Preventive detention is not automatic and it is not always justified. Each situation must be
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Invoke your right to silence. You're not likely to talk your way out of an arrest. You're going to prevent them from getting even more evidence against you. #LegalTips #KnowYourRights
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Criminal cases are shaped long before a verdict is reached. ⚖️ Often, the most important decisions happen early, when the pressure is high and the consequences are not yet fully clear. Strategic legal guidance at the right moment can influence the entire direction of a case.
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Getting pulled over is scary, but it's not the end. Know your rights and how to protect yourself. Don't panic; be prepared. #DavidSmithLaw #TrafficStop #KnowYourRights #LegalAdvice #ProtectYourself #LawTips
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DWI can cost you at least $10,000 with fees, attorney fees, SCRAM/interlock devices, & occupational license filings. It pays to know your rights. #DWI #KnowYourRights
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A young person’s future should never be defined by a single moment. When the stakes involve education, reputation, and long term opportunity, early legal guidance matters more than most people realize. With the right defense, it is possible to reduce lasting consequences and
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