FACING THE CONSEQUENCES OF DWI CHARGES

The consequences of a DWI conviction can be devastating to you emotionally, financially, and legally. Therefore, it is so important to hire a qualified and experienced DWI attorney to represent you.

I completely understand that the emotional toll of being arrested for DWI is sometimes harder on you than the actual legal consequences. My goal is not only to represent you against the allegations but also to give you the support to get through the months (and sometimes years) it takes to get the best result possible for you.

Most of my DWI clients are law-abiding citizens who have never been in any kind of trouble before. Until now, they have never been in jail. They have never had to post a bond to get out of jail. They have never read about the criminal justice process in any detail. And they certainly have never had any reason to hire a criminal attorney.

The uncertainty of the process and what will happen causes a huge amount of stress and anxiety. Having an attorney that will explain (in plain English) the process of fighting a DWI, what that charge means to you, and how it will affect you is very important.

In my practice, I strive not only to provide the best DWI defense possible, but also to provide the emotional support and knowledge you need to deal with the uncertainty during this period. If you have been arrested for a DWI or DUI, please call me to set up a free consultation where we can discuss your case.

Just because you are charged with a DWI does not necessarily mean you will be convicted of a DWI. I will do my best to defend your rights. It is important to remember to call as soon as possible to ensure that you have time to fight the administrative license suspension, which is separate from the criminal charge of DWI.

Call me today to schedule a meeting to discuss your case.

WHAT ARE THE CONSEQUENCES OF A DWI IN TARRANT COUNTY?

From a strictly legal perspective, the following are some of the legal consequences of being convicted of DWI in Texas along with some of the maximum punishments.


First conviction – Class B Misdemeanor

Up to a $2,000 Penal code fine
$3,000 Transportation code fine
Up to 180 days in jail
Driver’s License Suspension
First conviction with BAC > .15 – Class A Misdemeanor
Up to a $4,000 penal code fine

$6,000 Transportation code fine
Up to 365 days in jail
Driver’s License Suspension

Second conviction – Class A Misdemeanor

Up to $4,000 Penal code fine
$4,500 Transportation code fine
Up to 365 days in jail
Driver’s License Suspension
Third conviction – Felony
Up to a $10,000 fine
$4,500 Transportation code fine
Up to ten years in prison
Driver’s License Suspension


Note: If you are released from jail on bond, you may be required to install an Interlock device on your car while the charges are pending. You also may be required to have an interlock as a condition of probation or as a condition of any occupational driver’s license issued by the Court. These devices are programmed to require a periodic sample of your breath in order to start and drive your vehicle.

OTHER RELATED DWI CHARGES

 INTOXICATION ASSAULT

If there was an accident involving Serious Bodily Injury, you could face charges for Intoxication Assault.
Intoxication Assault is a 3rd degree felony which could result in:
$10,000 Penal code fine
$4,500 Transportation code fine
Prison term up to 10 years
Driver’s License Suspension

 INTOXICATION MANSLAUGHTER

If there was a death involved, you could face charges for Intoxication Manslaughter. Intoxication Manslaughter is a 2nd degree felony which could result in:
$10,000 Penal code fine
$4,500 Transportation code fine

Prison term up to 20 years
Driver’s License Suspension
DWI with a child < 15 years of age
Up to a $10,000 Penal code fine
$6,000 Transportation code fine
180 days to 2 years in prison
Driver’s License Suspension 

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