Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas

scram device

im currently pre-trial for a dwi and i have been ordered to wear a scram device. My question is how can i be ordered to wear this monitor if i havent been convicted of any offense nor have i even been to court for my case? what happened to ''innocent until proven guilty''?


Asked on 11/04/07, 1:01 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

John Armstrong The Law Office of John W. Armstrong

Re: scram device

Under Texas law, if an individual blows more than twice the limit on the Intoxilyzer or is arrested on a subsequent DWI offense, the Judge or majistrate may order a SCRAM bracelet or Interlock Device to be installed as a condition of bond.

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Answered on 11/04/07, 8:58 pm


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