The Boerne, TX DWI / DUI Lawyer You Can Trust

Many of our clients assume that since DWI is so common here in Boerne, the penalties aren’t severe.

Guess again.

Here are the sentencing guidelines:

First Offense

• A fine of up to $2,000
• As much as six months in jail
• Losing your driver’s license for up to a year

Second offense

• A fine of up to $4,000
• Between 1 and 12 months in jail
• Losing your DL for as long as two years

Third Offense

• A fine of up to $10,000
• From two to ten years in prison
• Losing your DL for as long as two years
• Permanent felony

Additional DWI Charges and Enhancements

Your DWI could face enhanced charges – aggravating factors that result in more severe penalties. They include:

• DWI .15+: This charge happens if your testing shows a blood alcohol concentration of .15 or higher. It’s a Class A misdemeanor.
• DWI with a child passenger: A DWI with a child under the age of 15 in the vehicle is a felony and can result in a prison sentence of up to 24 months.
• DWI with an open container: This happens if you are pulled over with an open container of alcohol. Convictions require a minimum six-day jail sentence.

Why Choose Michael & Associates for Your Boerne DWI Defense

Although we have a large team of attorneys across Texas, each of our lawyers focuses on a select group of counties. This allows us to get personally involved with every client and develop strong relationships with local judges, prosecutors, and court staff — relationships that can make a real difference in your case.

Our attorney serving Boerne and Kendall County, Monica Khirallah, has over a decade of experience and nearly 100 jury trials under her belt. She has been recognized on the Super Lawyers Rising Stars list every year from 2020 through 2025.

But you aren't just hiring one lawyer — you're getting all the resources of our premium DWI defense team, which includes former prosecutors, judges, magistrates, local law enforcement officers, and even an ex-FBI agent. This diverse experience allows us to view your case from every angle. And our founder, Ben Michael, is personally involved in every case that comes through our doors.

When You Hire Our Firm to Defend Your DWI Charge in Kendall County, You Get:

• Free, confidential case evaluation: Get an immediate review of your arrest and clear, honest answers about your options from one of our senior attorneys.
• Local knowledge: We have years of experience working with Kendall County courts, prosecutors, judges, and local plea trends.
• Aggressive defense strategies: Our DWI team scrutinizes BAC testing, challenges field sobriety procedures, and investigates officer conduct and illegal stops or searches. We even have DWI scientists who analyze your chemical test results.
• ALR hearing representation: We fight to protect your driver’s license during suspension hearings and ignition interlock proceedings — and in most cases, you don’t even need to attend.
• Decades of experience: We’ve handled thousands of DWI and criminal defense cases across Texas, including right here in Kendall County.
• Proven track record: Many clients have had their charges reduced or dismissed altogether — and our 5.0 Google rating speaks for itself.
• Direct access to senior attorneys: You’ll work directly with a senior trial lawyer. We never hand clients off to junior associates.
• Complete case management: We track every deadline, motion, and hearing — and send you text reminders so nothing slips through the cracks.
• Transparent fees: While the average hourly rate for criminal defense in Texas was $345 in 2024, Michael & Associates charges a fixed rate with no hidden costs. We never nickel-and-dime our clients, even if the case goes to trial.
• Focused on your future: Protecting your driving privileges, reputation, and freedom is our top priority. Our ultimate goal is always dismissal.

One Mistake Shouldn’t Cost You

Some of the associated costs of DWI are high as well. A DWI conviction means a period without a license, sky-high insurance rates, and difficulty finding employment.

The dire consequences of DWI mean you must have an experienced legal team by your side.

Choosing an experienced and loyal attorney who will fight for you is critical. Put us in your corner, and we promise to zealously advocate for you.