The 2026 Lone Star Rally returns to Galveston, Texas, November 5–8, bringing motorcycles, live music, and visitors to the island. The City of Galveston says the event often attracts more than 500,000 visitors. With a weekend this busy, planning a safe ride home should be part of your rally plans.
If the weekend leads to a DWI arrest, Zendeh Del & Associates, PLLC is here to help you understand your options and start building your defense.
Law Enforcement Will Be Working Rally Weekend
The city has announced that Galveston police, the Texas Department of Public Safety, and other agencies will coordinate public safety efforts during the rally. A Unified Command Center will support those efforts downtown. Before heading out, arrange a sober driver, rideshare, or another safe way to return to your accommodations. Never drive or ride while impaired.
Arrested for DWI During the Lone Star Rally
A DWI arrest can leave you worried about your license, your job, and what happens next. An arrest is not a conviction. The evidence and circumstances of your case deserve careful review.
Keep your release paperwork and any driver license suspension notice, follow your bond conditions, and contact a defense attorney promptly. License proceedings are separate from the criminal case, and hearing deadlines can arrive quickly. Texas DPS explains that some notices require a hearing request within just 15 days of service. The deadline depends on the notice and circumstances, so have your paperwork reviewed right away.
A defense attorney can examine why you were stopped, compare the officer’s report with available video, and evaluate how sobriety tests were administered. Breath or blood test results also deserve careful review. These details help your attorney identify potential challenges to the evidence and develop a defense based on your circumstances. If you were visiting Galveston for the rally, let your attorney know where you live so you can discuss upcoming court dates and any travel concerns.
Call a Galveston DWI Defense Attorney
If you or someone you love is arrested during the Lone Star Rally, call Zendeh Del & Associates, PLLC to schedule a free consultation. Our Galveston DWI defense attorneys can review the traffic stop, sobriety testing, and available breath or blood evidence, explain your options, and fight to protect your rights. Contact our team today.