A DWI Guide for Texans: After the Flashing Lights

by Shane Phelps

Overview

Navigating a DWI charge in Texas can be daunting, especially with the stakes so high. In After the Flashing Lights, Texas criminal defense attorney Shane Phelps, who brings nearly four decades of experience as both a prosecutor and defense lawyer, demystifies the complexities of DWI investigations and prosecutions. Board certified as a specialist in criminal law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and recognized as a Forensic Lawyer-Scientist by the American Chemical Society, Shane offers invaluable insights into the DWI process-from the moment those flashing lights appear in your rearview mirror to the resolution of your case, and beyond.

This essential guide is designed for Texans who have been arrested for DWI or those who want to be prepared should they find themselves pulled over. With a balanced approach, Shane emphasizes the importance of understanding your rights while highlighting the dangers of drinking and driving. As Texas DWI laws become increasingly stringent, even innocent individuals can find themselves facing serious charges.

Learn about the legal implications of intoxication offenses, how to handle roadside interrogations, the significance of field sobriety tests, the intricacies of a DWI trial, and how to successfully complete a DWI probation, from an experienced and accomplished DWI defense attorney. With practical advice and expert guidance, After the Flashing Lights equips you with the knowledge you need to survive this challenging experience while reinforcing the fundamental principle that every individual is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940184728513
Publisher:	Mindstir Media
Publication date:	03/07/2025
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

Shane Phelps is a board-certified criminal law specialist with a robust DWI defense practice, serving clients throughout Texas from his principal office in Bryan. With over three decades of legal experience, Shane has earned a reputation as a relentless advocate for his clients, combining his extensive knowledge of criminal law with a scientific understanding of forensic evidence. He holds the prestigious designation of Forensic Lawyer-Scientist by the American Chemical Society, a rare achievement in the legal field.

Licensed to practice law in Texas since 1987, Shane received his English Literature degree from Rice University and earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Texas School of Law. His legal career is distinguished by service on both sides of the courtroom, having been a prosecutor as well as a defense attorney. He founded and leads Shane Phelps Law, where he is dedicated to fighting for the rights of those accused of crimes, particularly DWI offenses.

In addition to his legal accomplishments, Shane has served in several significant leadership roles, including Deputy Attorney General for Criminal Justice for the State of Texas, First Assistant District Attorney in Brazos County, and Chief Special Prosecutor for the Texas Attorney General's Office. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and is a former president of the Brazos County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.

Shane is a former United States Marine, serving on active duty from 1977 to 1980. He later joined the Army National Guard to help finance his law school education. Outside the courtroom, Shane is an avid comic book collector and a talented amateur photographer.

He is married to Jean Ricciardello Phelps, a CPA, attorney, and professor at Texas A&M University. Their daughter, Mary Claire Phelps, is nearing graduation from Gonzaga University with a degree in English Literature and is considering following in her father's footsteps to attend law school.