Have you been involved in a drunk driving accident? DUI arrests are stressful. You will deal with jail time, substantial fines and loss of your drivers’ license. However, A DUI Attorney from The Low Law Firm can help defend your driving while intoxicated/DWI charge.
So what are the penalties for DWI and the associated crimes in Texas that you need a DUI Attorney for?
1st Offense DWI / DUI
- probation
- anywhere from 3-180 days in jail
- fine up to $2,000.00
- possible drivers license suspension of 90 to 365 days
- Possible Interlock device.
2nd Offense DWI / DUI
- probation;
- 30 to 365 days in jail
- up to a $4000 fine
- Drivers’ license suspension of 180 days to 2 years.
3rd Offense DWI /DUI
- probation
- 2 to 10 years in prison
- up to a $10,000 fine
- Drivers’ license suspension from 180 days to 2 years.
DWI / DUI with a Child Passenger
- probation
- six months to 2 years in state jail
- up to a $10,000 fine
- Drivers’ license suspension from 180 days to 2 years.
Intoxication Assault from a drunk driving accident.
- probation
- 2 to 10 years in prison
- up to a $10,000 fine
- Possible drivers’ license suspension of 90-365 days.
Intoxication Manslaughter from a drunk driving accident.
- probation
- 2 to 20 years in prison
- up to a $10,000 fine
- Possible drivers’ license suspension from 180 days to 2 years.
In addition to the above penalties, if you are convicted of the crime of DUI or DWI, DPS can further penalize you with a surcharge of anywhere from $1,000.00 to $2,000.00 per year for three years to keep your driver’s license! If you are found with illegal drugs and have drug charges, additional penalties can be added.