Felony DWI Lawyer Serving Fredericksburg

Also Handling Felony DWI Charges in Boerne, Hill Country, Llano and Kerrville

Texas laws are harsh when it comes to DWI charges and penalties.  If arrested, you must act fast to get all the legal help you can get to protect your rights.  If you do nothing, within days your license will be suspended and you could be facing jail time.  When you consult with an experienced DWI lawyer from the Law Offices of Chris S. Barnett, you can count on us to work hard in fighting your charges.  When facing felony  DWI charges, it will be even more important to have an aggressive attorney by your side to try to reduce the consequences as much as possible.

What makes a DWI a Felony?

Sec. 49.045.  DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED WITH CHILD PASSENGER.  (a)  A person commits an offense if:

(1)  the person is intoxicated while operating a motor vehicle in a public place; and

(2)  the vehicle being operated by the person is occupied by a passenger who is younger than 15 years of age.

(b)  An offense under this section is a state jail felony.

What are the Penalties For a Felony DWI?

Below are some of the penalties you can expect for a felony DWI:

State Jail Felony

• 180 days to 2 years in Texas penitentiary
• Fines of up to $10,000
• Driver's license surcharge ($1000 per year for 3 years on first offense, $1500 per year on subsequent offenses)

3rd Degree Felony DWI Offense:

• 2-10 years in Texas penitentiary
• Fines of up to $10,000
• A surcharge of $1500 per year for 3 years (in addition to any prior surcharges)
• A surcharge of $2000 per year if your BAC is .16% or higher
• Driver's license suspension for 180 days to 2 years
• Mandatory 32 hour DWI Repeat Offender Program
• Mandatory ignition interlock device (if prior is less than 5 years old)
• Possible Probation

It is obvious the consequences for felony DWI convictions can be severe and can change your life forever.  Losing your license can impact your ability to keep employment, as well as increasing insurance rates and future housing and employment prospects.

The Law Offices of Chris S. Barnett has been helping the communities of Kerrville, Fredericksburg, Boerne and Llano in fighting for their rights against DWI charges.  Our legal team believes in providing you with excellent, personalized service and are dedicated to bringing you the best possible outcome for your case.  For your free initial consultation, contact our office today.

If you have been charged with a DWI and have prior convictions, contact a Fredricksburg Felony DWI Lawyer immediately to find out what your legal options are.