A DWI is Serious. We’ll Fight For You and Win
Our team of former prosecutors, judges, DWI experts, and DWI scientists has developed a playbook for getting DWI charges dismissed.
No matter what city or county you’re in, the state of Texas defines the legal limit for a driving while intoxicated charge as 0.08% blood alcohol concentration (BAC) or higher. This means that someone’s blood is made up of 0.08% or more alcohol at the time of taking a breathalyzer or blood test.
Did you know that DWIs are one of the most common charges throughout most towns and cities in the Lone Star State? Many people make the mistake of getting behind the wheel after having too many drinks and getting caught by the police.
While it is a common charge, you’ll receive no slap on the wrist for a DWI. From the county court level to the state, no judge likes to see DUI offenders in their presence, as one mistake while driving drunk can easily end lives. They face the possibility of serious fines and jail time as punishment.
Don’t worry, though. At Michael & Associates, we know that one mistake shouldn’t ruin someone’s finances or reputation. We’ll fight at your side and win.
DWIs in Texas Mean Hefty Fees and a Jail Sentence
DWIs are taken seriously in the Lone Star State. Someone can face thousands of dollars in fines and years in prison depending on how many previous offenses they have.
Check out the following list for possible penalties if convicted by the courts:
Your 1st offense:
- Up to $2,000 in fines
- Between 3 and 180 days locked up in jail
- Suspension of driver’s license for up to a year
Your 2nd offense:
- Up to $4,000 in fines
- Between 1 and 12 months locked up in jail
- Suspension of driver’s license for up to two years
Your 3rd+ offense:
- Up to $10,000 in fines
- Between 2 and 10 years locked up in prison
- Suspension of driver’s license for up to two years
- A felony conviction on your criminal record
Adding to the seriousness of these penalties, if you’re caught with a minor or break any other laws while being pulled over, you can be hit with enhanced charges with even more fines and lockup time.
Get Started on Your Defense ASAP
When convicted, you won’t simply serve time in jail, pay some fines, and then forget about it. You’ll find it hard to get your license back, your insurance rates will shoot through the roof, and you might even have a hard time returning to your job or finding a new one, especially with a felony conviction.
Doesn’t this all sound terrifying? You’re right, it does. It doesn’t have to be the case for you, though. The right lawyer or legal team will work with you to craft the best defense possible to protect your future.
Protect Yourself From Disaster with Michael & Associates
At Michael & Associates, we know exactly what we’re doing when it comes to DWIs in Texas. Why? We’ve been fighting them throughout the state for nearly a decade – and winning.
We have fought plenty of cases in different counties over the years. We win the vast majority of our cases by either getting our clients’ charges reduced or getting their cases thrown out entirely to avoid any penalties.
You're Our Top Priority
When you work with us, you won’t just get an impressive legal team; you’ll also get matching care. We treat each client like they’re the most important person in the world, and we can do this by only taking on the number of cases that we can most effectively handle at once.
Most of the other firms throughout the state care about their bottom line above all else. They’ll take as many clients as they can, cash their checks, then phone it in come their court date. The people they represent often get hit with the full brunt of Texas’s DWI penalties.
With us, you’ll get access to a senior attorney who will personally walk you through your defense from start to finish. He prides himself on the hands-on approach our firm takes.
We've Got Your Back
If you want a legal team that will do its best for you, whether it’s your first time being charged or your third, Michael & Associates has got you covered. To schedule a free case review, fill out the contact form on this page or call us. We’ll get started on your legal defense strategy as soon as possible.
