DeSoto, Texas DWI Lawyer Who Fights for You

Michael & Associates will accept felony and misdemeanor criminal cases of all types in the Best Southwest area. We work on cases that include, but aren’t limited to, the following:

DUI / DWI
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Assault & Battery
Family Violence
Domestic Abuse
 
We don’t practice:
Traffic Law
Family Law
Immigration Law
Civil Law

Our firm is licensed to practice law in every county in the state of Texas, including Dallas and Ellis counties. We are accepting new clients across the state, in all major metropolitan areas.

Just like any other city in Texas, when you are stopped in DeSoto (or anywhere else in Dallas or Ellis counties), anyone operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher can be charged with DWI. Your BAC is the number that represents the saturation level of alcohol in your system. Exactly how many drinks it takes to reach or exceed 0.08% varies from person to person. Your height, weight, and gender are all contributors. It primarily relies on how long it has been since you took a sip of alcohol. 

In Dallas County and the Best Southwest area, it all comes down to whether or not you have any prior convictions.
 
First Offense
A fine as high as $2,000
Up to 6 months in jail, with 3 days mandatory
Losing your license for a year
 
 
Second Offense
A fine as high as $4,000
From 30 to 365 days in jail
Losing your license for as many as two years
 
 
Third Offense
$10,000 fine
2 to 10 years in prison
Losing your license for as many as two years

 
Additional penalties that might apply for having an underage passenger in the motor vehicle:
Increased fines up to $10,000
Up to two years in jail
Six additional months of driver’s license suspension

Facing a traffic stop in DeSoto, Cedar Hill, Duncanville, Lancaster, or elsewhere in Dallas or Ellis counties for suspected DWI? Follow these steps to protect your rights and prevent your situation from worsening.
 
1. Do not flee from police
Fleeing from an officer in DeSoto can lead to immediate arrest and prison time. Stay calm and pull over safely—you cannot outrun the police, and attempting to do so will escalate charges.
 
2. Stay calm and keep your hand visible
When the officer approaches your vehicle in DeSoto, keep both hands visible, ideally on the steering wheel. Politely provide your license and paperwork when asked, but first inform the officer where you’re reaching. You don't want to create a misunderstanding.
 
3. Be polite, but don't offer unnecessary information
If asked why you were stopped, politely say, “I’m not sure, officer.” Admitting to any violation can provide the police with probable cause to use in court, thereby weakening your defense. Always be respectful—you’re likely on bodycam.
 
4. Know your rights
In Texas, you can refuse breathalyzer or field sobriety tests, but refusal triggers an Administrative License Suspension (ALR) for up to one year. A DWI conviction may result in license suspension anyway. Consult a lawyer to fight for the best outcome.
 
5. Understand what's next
If the officer suspects DWI—based on slurred speech, alcohol odor, or bloodshot eyes—you may be detained. Police may request a breathalyzer or a blood test. Refusal leads to license suspension, and officers in Dallas County can obtain a warrant to forcibly draw blood. Cooperate once a warrant is issued to avoid unnecessary force.
 
6. Remain silent and ask for a lawyer
Don't answer questions without a lawyer present. Politely request to speak with your attorney as soon as possible. A skilled lawyer can challenge evidence and protect your rights in Dallas County courts.