When we arrest and hold individuals they deserve respect from the system regardless of their status.

Posted on: August 23, 2010 at 2:05PM

The Law Office of Jamie Balagia handles Federal Immigration Violation cases and can be contacted at JamieBalagia.com for help in federal criminal matters.I was saddened to see the news report below. I am the last person to support a rush to judgment but... read more...


I honor this fallen officer, his family and his department during this time of mourning. May God bless them and help them to heal.

Posted on: August 19, 2010 at 1:41PM

I was saddened to read the story cited below and describes the death of Cedar Park Patrol officer Leonard Reed. Apparently, officer Reed was preparing to be assigned to the Motors Unit of the department and was training in preparation for those duties.I... read more...


The Amazing and Talented DWIDUDE is preparing for his Marketing Seminar in October!

Posted on: August 18, 2010 at 8:05PM

Bruce Kapsack, Jamie Balagia the "DWIDUDE" and James O. Ruane will be hosting a 3 hour seminar on the business aspects of a DUI/Criminal law practice. The seminar will be conducted on Thursday, October 14, 2010 from 1:30 p.m. read more...


Man gets 20 years for putting boy's hands under scalding water

Posted on: August 17, 2010 at 2:40PM

The story below doesn't give us a lot of details about the actions that caused the child's injuries. The mere fact that a child received such severe injuries would lead us to believe that the results were intended by Mr. read more...


The Bible tells us that we will be judged by the same measure with which we judge. I am thinking that Sharon Keller is hoping that her own measure is not used against her.

Posted on: August 16, 2010 at 6:28PM

Does it surprise anyone that Sharon Keller is taking advantage of legal manuveers in an attempt to get an adverse ruling overturned. I find it interesting that none of Keller's limited number of supporters are raising a fuss about Keller bringing up "loopholes". read more...


War on DWI!

Posted on: July 13, 2010 at 2:54PM

From the looks of the news story below things went fairly well at the AquaPalooza event this past weekend. One arrest for about every 700 attendees is not bad when you consider the amount of partying that was happening. read more...


Should you provide a breath test to the POLICE!

Posted on: July 9, 2010 at 9:24PM

If a person has not had any alcohol to drink I would not be reluctant to give a breath sample. However, if I had consumed any alcohol I would not submit because the breath test device is not specific for alcohol, is susceptible to error and in general... read more...


Here's a story that hits real close to home in every jurisdiction in America.

Posted on: July 9, 2010 at 1:54PM

I have DWI attorney friends in every state in the union and we constantly exchange information about our cases to help us do our jobs more effectively. One of the statements that we read in every police offense report is that the "odor of alcohol" was present. read more...


What is a better plea - obstruction of highway or reckless driving?

Posted on: July 9, 2010 at 1:10PM

Persons arrested and charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) who obtain aggressive legal representation may be offered some resolution of the charge by means of something other than a final conviction for DWI.Options may include pleading to a traffic... read more...


Potential Volcano that is building up pressure at the Austin Police Department

Posted on: July 9, 2010 at 1:05PM

This article just scratches the surface of the potential volcano that is building up pressure at the Austin Police Department. I read the grievance filed by Ms. Hamilton and though I have no personal information on her exact allegation I am aware of many... read more...