DWI Defense (Page 4 of 4)
Texas DWI defense — penalty ranges, BAC challenges, ALR hearings, ignition interlock, multi-offense enhancement, and breath/blood-test strategy.
Can Cops Punish You for Refusing a Breathalyzer?
Can Cops Punish You for Refusing a Breathalyzer? — L and L Law Group, PLLC. Texas criminal defense. (972) 370-5060.
Never Say This During a DUI Stop
Never Say This During a DUI Stop — L and L Law Group, PLLC. Texas criminal defense. (972) 370-5060.
The Only Mistake You Should Never Make at a DUI Checkpoint
The Only Mistake You Should Never Make at a DUI Checkpoint — L and L Law Group, PLLC. Texas criminal defense. (972) 370-5060.
Penalties For First-Time DWI In Texas
A first-time DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) charge in Texas can be overwhelming, especially when facing the unknown consequences of a conviction. Understandi...
Refuse a Breathalyzer Test in Texas
Drunk (DWI) driving in Texas is a serious charge. If the police are pulling you and suspect you're under the influence of alcohol, they can ask you to do a br...
DUI vs. DWI in Texas
In Texas, the legal system takes impaired driving seriously; in fact, there are two separate terms for alcohol- or drug-related offenses behind the wheel: DUI...
DWI Arrest in Texas
For anyone, getting arrested for a DWI in Texas can feel overwhelming, especially when it is your first time dealing with the legal system.
Underage DWI in Texas: Don't Panic, Get L&L Law Group on Your Side
Underage DWI in Texas: Don't Panic, Get L&L Law Group on Your Side: Being young and making mistakes is part of life. But when those mistakes invol...
Using the ALR Hearing as Discovery
How Texas defense lawyers use the Administrative License Revocation hearing as criminal discovery. Officer cross, document subpoena, and preview testimony.
Texas Breath Test Margin of Error
How Texas breath test margins of error affect DWI prosecution. Intoxilyzer 9000 specifications, calibration windows, and challenge strategies.
Common Questions About Texas DWI Defense
What is the penalty for a first-time DWI in Texas?+
A first-time DWI in Texas is typically a Class B misdemeanor with up to 180 days in jail, a fine up to $2,000, license suspension up to 1 year, and a state fine of $3,000 if BAC was 0.15+. See Tex. Penal Code §49.04.
How long does a Texas DWI case usually take?+
Most Texas DWI cases resolve in 4–9 months from arrest to disposition. Federal and complex cases may take 12–18 months. The ALR license suspension hearing must be requested within 15 days of arrest.
Can I refuse a breathalyzer in Texas?+
Yes, but Texas's implied consent law triggers an automatic 180-day license suspension for refusal (Tex. Transp. Code §724.035). Officers can also seek a search warrant for a blood draw.
What is an ALR hearing?+
An Administrative License Revocation hearing is a separate civil proceeding to contest the suspension of your driver's license. You must request it within 15 days of arrest or your license is automatically suspended.
Can a Texas DWI be dismissed?+
DWI dismissals are possible when the stop, arrest, or evidence collection violated constitutional rights — such as no reasonable suspicion for the stop, lack of probable cause, or improper field-sobriety or breath-test administration.
Will a DWI conviction affect my job?+
Yes. A DWI appears on background checks, can disqualify you from certain professional licenses, may end employment in commercial driving, healthcare, education, and finance, and can affect security clearances. Pre-conviction defense matters.