Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 17, 2026
Last Updated: May 17, 2026

Houston Drunk Driver Lawyers (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of every individual who visits our website at houstondrunkdriverlawyers.com (the “Site”) or contacts us regarding legal representation. We understand that matters involving DWI/DUI charges, drunk driving accidents, and related legal issues are deeply personal. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information.

Please read this policy carefully. By using our Site, you agree to the practices described herein.

1. Attorney-Client Privilege & Confidentiality Notice

Information you submit through our contact forms, chat features, or email inquiries does not automatically create an attorney-client relationship. However, we treat all communications submitted through this Site with the strictest professional confidentiality consistent with the Texas Rules of Professional Conduct. We will not disclose your inquiry or case details to any third party without your express written consent, except as required by law.

If you are facing DWI charges, a drunk driving accident claim, or a related legal matter, please be assured that any information you share with us in connection with seeking legal representation is protected.

2. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide Directly

When you contact us through our Site, we may collect the following types of information:

Personal Identification Information: Full name, phone number, email address, and mailing address.
Case-Related Information: Details about your DWI/DUI arrest, drunk driving accident, charges, court dates, or legal questions you submit voluntarily.
Communication Records: Copies of messages, emails, or chat logs you send to us.
Referral Information: How you heard about us (e.g., Google search, referral, social media).

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, certain technical information is collected automatically through cookies, server logs, and similar technologies, including:

IP Address and general geographic location (city/state level)
Browser type and version
Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
Pages visited, time spent on each page, and referring URLs
Search terms used to find our Site
Date and time of your visit

This data is used solely for improving our website’s performance, understanding how visitors find and use our content, and ensuring our Site functions properly.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To Respond to Legal Inquiries: To contact you about your DWI defense, drunk driving accident case, or other legal matter for which you have sought our assistance.
To Schedule Consultations: To arrange free case evaluations and attorney meetings.
To Evaluate Your Case: To assess the nature of your legal situation and determine how we may be able to help.
To Improve Our Website: To analyze traffic patterns, fix technical issues, and enhance user experience.
To Comply with Legal Obligations: To meet requirements under Texas law, court orders, or applicable regulations.
To Protect Our Rights: To investigate and address any unauthorized use of our Site or potential violations of our Terms of Use.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather analytics data. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use the following types:

Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Site to function properly (e.g., form submissions, security).
Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors interact with our Site (e.g., Google Analytics). This data is aggregated and anonymized.
Marketing Cookies: May be used to deliver relevant advertisements about our drunk driving defense services on platforms such as Google Ads or Facebook.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings. However, doing so may affect certain features of our Site. You can also opt out of Google Analytics tracking by visiting Google’s opt-out page.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties except in the following limited circumstances:

Co-Counsel and Referral Attorneys: In some cases, with your explicit consent, we may refer your case to another qualified Houston-area attorney or co-counsel better suited to your specific legal needs.
Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors (such as website hosting, case management software, or email platforms) who assist us in operating our Site and business. These vendors are contractually bound to keep your information confidential and use it only for services rendered to us.
Legal Requirements: If required by a court order, subpoena, or applicable Texas or federal law.
Safety: If we believe disclosure is necessary to prevent imminent harm to a person or protect the safety of the public.

6. Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously. We implement industry-standard technical and organizational safeguards, including:

SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted through our Site
Secure, access-controlled servers for storing contact and case inquiry data
Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis among our staff and attorneys
Regular security assessments of our website and internal systems

While no system is completely immune to security breaches, we take every reasonable precaution to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

7. Retention of Your Information

We retain personal information you provide through our Site for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, to comply with our legal obligations under Texas law, or to resolve disputes. Case inquiry information that does not lead to an engagement is generally retained for a limited period consistent with applicable bar association rules before being securely deleted.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites — such as court portals, Texas DPS resources, or legal information databases — for your convenience. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is intended for adults seeking legal services and is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a minor has submitted personal information to us, please contact us immediately and we will delete it promptly.

10. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Correct any inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention obligations)
Opt out of certain data uses, such as marketing communications

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 12 below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or services. When we make material changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of our Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us:

Houston Drunk Driver Lawyers
Houston, Texas
📞 Phone: Available on our Contact Page
📧 Email: Available on our Contact Page
🌐 Website: houstondrunkdriverlawyers.com

This Privacy Policy is not intended to create, nor does it create, an attorney-client relationship. Communications submitted through this Site are not privileged unless and until an attorney-client relationship is formally established.