A DWI charge can have a huge impact on your life. A permanent criminal record can badly affect your career, personal relationships, finances, and family. And by no means, you want this to happen. So, when you are charged with a DWI, call a reputable DWI attorney immediately. It’s crucial that you’re well aware of your legal options and what needs to done to mitigate it.
Bin Houston, police officials arrested 17 people for felony driving while intoxicated charges throughout the month of July 2019.
Of the 17 felony cases in July, four people were charged with DWI with a child passenger under 15 years old. Drivers that are charged with DWI with a child passenger can face fines up to $10,000, up to two years in prison and loss of their driver’s license for 180 days, according to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT.)
In Texas, a person is charged with DWI if their blood or breath alcohol concentration (BAC) is .08 or higher, according to TxDOT.
Driving while intoxicated in Texas is usually considered a misdemeanor on the first two offenses. A person’s third DWI offense results in a felony charge.
Drivers charged with a third DWI charge face up to $10,000 in fines, between two to 10 years in prison and can have their license suspended. Drivers can also face an annual fee up to $2,000 for three years to retain their license, according to TxDOT.
If you’re in need support for DWI, contact a Texas Criminal defense attorney today who can provide you with a confidential consultation. He can also evaluate your case and counsel you on the best steps to take. Contact Mr. Yong J. An by calling or texting him 24/7 directly at (832) 428-5679.
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