Criminal Law Frequently Asked Questions

My Rights
Someone I know has been arrested, what should we do?
I have not been arrested, but I have been accused of a crime. What should I do?
Is it better to accept a plea bargain or go to trial?
What is a Criminal Law Board Certified Attorney?
 
General Information about DWI/DUI
What is DWI?
What is .08 alcohol concentration?
Is it .08 or more when I drive or .08 or more at the time I'm tested, or both, that will make me guilty of DWI?
If I am arrested will I lose my driver's license?
What if I need to drive during the suspension period?
How do I get my license back?
Does it make a difference if I'm under 21?
What is the Range of Punishment on a DWI?
What is the typical process after a DWI arrest in Texas?
How can I clear my record?
 
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What is the Range of Punishment on a DWI?
  • A DWI 1st is a class B misdemeanor and carries a range of punishment of up to 180 days in the county jail and/or a fine of up to $2000.
  • A DWI 2nd is a class A misdemeanor and carries a range of punishment of up to 365 days in the county jail and/or a fine of up to $4,000.
  • A DWI 3rd is a third degree felony and carries the possibility of time in the penitentiary.
  • Is probation a possibility or will I have to go to jail? Usually, it is a possibility...but be warned.  Probation (now called "community supervision") can be time consuming and expensive.

 


 

 

 
     
 
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