DWI and DWI 2nd are misdemeanor offenses in Texas. Among other things, each can carry up to one year in jail and up to a $4,000 fine, depending on your BAC. A DWI third or more is a felony offense. A first-time DWI is a misdemeanor in Texas, as is...

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It is essential to act quickly following a DWI arrest in Austin as driver’s license deadlines and court requirements immediately come into play. Texas mandates a 15 day deadline to contest a driver’s license suspension following a DWI arrest. Additionally, Travis County Community Justice Services often requires immediate compliance with...

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With the passage of House Bill 3582, the Texas Legislature has made Deferred Adjudication a possibility for first-time DWI offenders. Recipients of Deferred Adjudication are able to avoid incarceration and a final conviction. Once Community Supervision is successfully completed, the DWI charge is dismissed by the court....

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Question 1

What are the penalties for a first-time DWI/DUI offense in Texas?

Texas DWI Penalties are severe. First-time DWI offenders face up to 1 year in jail, a $6,000.00 fine, court costs, a driver license suspension, and a permanent criminal conviction. Aggravating factors increase fine amounts and periods of incarceration. DWI offenders with multiple convictions face up to 10 years in prison. Read more.
Question 2

How long will a DWI/DUI conviction stay on my record in Texas?

DWI charges show up on a background check forever in Texas. If the DWI was dismissed without probation, it is eligible for deletion through expunction. DWI convictions can now be sealed in certain circumstances with an order of nondisclosure. Read more.
Question 3

Do I need an attorney for a DWI/DUI case in Texas?

Yes. Texas has some of the harshest penalties in the nation for DWI and other intoxication offenses. If you have been charged with DWI it is critical to hire an attorney. Your choice in representation can make the difference between a temporary inconvenience and a lifelong criminal conviction. Read more.
Question 4

What is the difference between DWI and DUI in Texas?

DUI is a Class C Misdemeanor in Texas that only applies to minors under 21. Minors are prohibited from operating a motor vehicle with any detectable alcohol in their system, making the legal limit for a DUI charge 0.0.

DWI is a Class B Misdemeanor in Texas (unless enhanced). It is legal for an adult to operate a motor vehicle with alcohol in their body, so long as their BAC is under 0.08 at the time of operation. The penalties for both DUI and DWI are severe and come with lifelong consequences. Read more.
Question 5

Can you beat a DWI charge in Texas?

To beat a DWI charge in Texas, you must assert and protect your constitutional rights. You must utilize due process to confront all witnesses and challenge all evidence. This means disputing reasonable suspicion, probable cause, and all forensic evidence. You can’t win if you don’t fight. Read more.
Question 6

Can you go to jail for a DWI in Texas?

Everyone charged with DWI in Texas, even first-time offenders, faces a minimum of 6 months in jail. Texas DWI Penalties are severe. First-time DWI offenders face up to 1 year in jail, a $6,000.00 fine, court costs, a driver license suspension, and a permanent criminal conviction. Aggravating factors increase fine amounts and periods of incarceration. DWI offenders with multiple convictions face up to 10 years in prison. Read more.
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