The McKinney, TX DWI / DUI Lawyer Who Fights Back

You might think your first DWI will land you a simple slap on the wrist. Think again. Collin County courts don't go easy on DWI offenders. It can land you in jail, in addition to costing you thousands in fees and fines, and you could lose your driver's license.

Here are the penalties for DWI convictions in McKinney and Collin County:

First-time offense

• A $2,000 fine
• Between 3 and 180 days in jail
• Loss of driver’s license for up to a year

Second-time offense:

• A $4,000 fine
• Between one and 12 months in jail
• Loss of driver’s license for up to two years

Third-time+ offense

• A $10,000 fine
• Between 2 and 10 years in prison
• Loss of driver’s license for up to two years
• A felony charge on your criminal record that can cause long-term damage to your reputation

This is just for the DWI charge. If you face further charges for breaking other laws, you’re looking at more jail time and worse fines if convicted.

Put Up a Fight and Take Back Your Future

You won’t just be facing penalties from the Collin County court system; you’ll be facing social ones as well. You will be ineligible for specific jobs with a DWI conviction. If you are convicted for a third time and get a felony on your record, you might have a hard time finding any form of employment at all due to the stigma that convicts carry with them.

It may seem bleak, but don’t give up yet.

You don’t have to face your DWI by yourself. There are legal defense teams that exist solely to fight these charges in Texas.

You Can Always Count on Michael & Associates

If you’re facing a DWI charge in McKinney or elsewhere in Collin County, Michael & Associates is the firm for you. We’ve fought similar charges all over the state, including those involving repeat offenders, and we have an impressive record.

Due to our long history of fighting DWIs across Texas, we know what we’re doing. Most of our clients happily get their life back after their court date, because we help them get reduced charges or their cases dismissed.

Not only will you get our stellar performance in court, you’ll get to work directly with our managing partner, Ben Michael. He’s excellent at what he does, both in the courtroom and outside of the courtroom, providing quality client care to make sure you feel relaxed during this stressful time.

Michael & Associates: Collin County’s Trusted DWI Defense Team

When you hire our McKinney team, you’re backed by award-winning attorneys with decades of combined experience. Two of our senior trial attorneys are hyper-focused on Collin County, which allows us to provide the personal feel of a small law office combined with the resources of a large firm. They get to know you personally, while also focusing on key players, including judges and prosecutors. They know what to expect from the court system in Collin County.

• Steven Baker has built his career on defending the rights of Texans in and out of the courtroom. With experience arguing before the Texas Court of Appeals and representing clients in both state and federal courts, his background includes service as an appellate prosecutor and extensive defense work across North Texas, including all local DFW criminal courts. 
• Cole Nettles brings years of courtroom experience and a deep understanding of Texas criminal law to our Collin County office. Before joining the firm, Cole spent five years honing his criminal defense skills across Texas. Before that, he served as an Assistant District Attorney and Assistant County Attorney in Kendall County, giving him valuable insight into how prosecutors build their cases.

However, when you hire Michael & Associates, you gain more than just a local lawyer. You get the full force of our entire firm, including all of our offices across the state. Our team includes seasoned trial attorneys, former prosecutors who are familiar with the state’s playbook, certified DWI scientists, and staff who have served as judges, deputy sheriffs, and even FBI agents. We meet once a day to review case strategies. Our broad array of professional experience allows us to view your case from multiple angles, helping us craft the best possible defense strategy.