Criminal defense across Denton County and Collin County

Our Lawyers Defend Against Tough Texas DWI Penalties

DWI penalties in Texas are tough, even for a first offense. The cost of fines, community service, and a suspended driver's license are too high to be taken lightly. If you have had previous DWI convictions you may now be facing felony DWI charges and the possibility of mandatory jail time.

While the courts will take a person's circumstances into account when deciding on penalties, you need an experienced lawyer to make your case in court. At the Law Offices of Tim Powers, we know how to fight for our clients and we get results.

Defense attorney Tim Powers has more than 15 years of experience handling criminal cases and DWI offenses in Texas courts. He was regarded as one of the best DWI defense attorneys in Texas and is a member of the National College for DUI Defense.

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Any DWI conviction on your record is permanent and will be used against you if you are ever arrested and charged with a misdemeanor or felony DWI charge in the future.

DUI (driving under the influence for a person under age 21), Class C misdemeanor

Up to $500 in fines, probation and community service, and loss of drivers' license up to a year.

First offense DWI penalties, Class B misdemeanor

Up to a $2,000 fine, 180 days in jail, mandatory alcohol-education classes and driver's license suspension (though you may qualify for an occupational drivers' license).

Second offense DWI, Class A misdemeanor

Possible consequences include fines of up to $4,000, up to a year in jail, community service for a determined period of time and lengthy driver's license suspension.

Third offense, third degree felony

Up to a $10,000 fine, ten years in prison, possible community service, driver's license suspension for a significant length of time, and the installation of an ignition interlock device on your car. These devices can be expensive to install and often require monthly monitoring fees. The court may also order inpatient substance abuse treatment, an extended probation upon successful completion of alcohol education and a mandatory prescription for Antabuse.

Intoxication assault, third degree felony

Up to a $10,000 fine, ten years in prison, possible community service and a lengthy driver's license suspension.

Intoxication manslaughter, Second degree felony

Up to a $10,000 fine, from a minimum of two to no more than twenty years in prison, possible community service or alcohol education classes and permanent driver's license revocation.

Contact our Denton County office for a free consultation with a DWI defense lawyer if you have had several past DWI convictions. We fight hard to protect your rights throughout the legal process.

If you are seeking aggressive criminal representation by an experienced criminal defense attorney for your Denton County DWI case or arrest in Denton County, contact the offices of Tim Powers today. There is no charge or obligation for the initial consultation. 940.483.8000.

*Tim Powers is an attorney licensed to practice law by the Supreme Court of Texas. Nothing in this article is intended to be legal advice. For legal advice about any specific legal question you should directly consult an attorney.