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If you are facing DWI, assault, sex crime, or other criminal charges, get in touch with My Dallas Criminal Lawyer to learn about your legal options.
A DWI arrest in Dallas has life-altering consequences long before conviction. Suddenly, your freedom and driver’s license are at risk. If convicted, you may be sentenced to jail time and steep fines. Even a first offense can cause long-term damage to your future. Hiring a Dallas DWI lawyer may help you pursue a fair result in your case. My Dallas Criminal Lawyer is a Dallas DWI attorney with extensive experience in Dallas, TX courts, emphasizing local knowledge of the Dallas criminal justice system. The firm is recognized as a board-certified criminal defense law firm in Texas.
Fortunately, charges aren’t convictions, and a Dallas DWI defense lawyer can fight back on your behalf. The legal team at My Dallas Criminal Lawyer can work to protect your future and help you move forward from this stressful time. The law offices of My Dallas Criminal Lawyer include board-certified criminal defense attorneys and experienced DWI lawyers recognized by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Board certification in criminal defense is a key credential for lawyers, indicating a high level of training and professionalism.
Whether this is your first offense or you’re facing a felony DWI, we’re ready to challenge the evidence and advocate for your best possible outcome. Our Dallas DWI attorneys can also help you request an administrative hearing and prepare a strategy to protect your license.
My Dallas Criminal Lawyer has been recognized by Super Lawyers. The sooner you have My Dallas Criminal Lawyer on your side, the sooner we can jump in and protect your rights. Clients can trust the law office of My Dallas Criminal Lawyer for experienced DWI attorney representation. Call 214-949-4117 now for a free consultation.
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Texas DWI laws are tough, and the penalties are tougher. In addition to jail time and fines, your employment, housing, professional licenses, and immigration status could be affected. Choosing a criminal defense attorney with experience in the Dallas criminal justice system can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case.
A DWI arrest can result in both administrative license suspension and separate criminal DWI charges, each carrying serious consequences under criminal law.
Prosecutors often rely on breath or blood test results and officer observations to build a case against you. But tests and law enforcement can be wrong. Without a criminal defense lawyer in Dallas providing experienced legal support in criminal law cases, you may not realize your legal options or how to challenge the evidence.
My Dallas Criminal Lawyer knows what’s at stake and can advocate for the best possible outcome. A DWI lawyer’s primary role includes working through Texas law and negotiating with prosecutors. A skilled DWI attorney in Dallas can:
Fight to save your license: If you did not consent to a blood or breath test, you only have 15 days from your arrest to request an Administrative License Revocation (ALR). The administrative license revocation process is separate from the criminal DWI charges. If you miss that window, your license will be automatically suspended. Our firm can represent you at that hearing and fight to keep your driving privileges intact.
Dispute the prosecution’s evidence: Traffic stops, field sobriety tests, and chemical testing are all key evidence in a DWI charge. However, if the police didn’t follow strict procedures, that evidence may be flawed or inadmissible. My Dallas Criminal Lawyer investigates the details to find weaknesses, then uses them to your advantage.
Advocate for reduced or dismissed charges: DWI charges don’t always lead to convictions. In many cases, we can negotiate for reduced charges or dismissals. We also pursue alternative sentencing options whenever available. However, if trial is the best option for your case, we’re prepared to advocate aggressively for a not-guilty verdict.
Develop a strong defense strategy: A strong defense strategy is important, and the most effective approach is tailored to the specifics of each case to challenge DWI charges and protect your rights.
Criminal DWI is a serious criminal offense that can have long-term consequences. DWI charges can be stressful and scary, but they don’t have to define your life. A DWI lawyer should be able to explain the legal process and potential outcomes clearly, and effective communication is important throughout the case. The goal is to build a comprehensive defense against DWI charges, using knowledge of Texas law and the criminal justice system. When you contact My Dallas Criminal Lawyer for a consultation, we’ll explain your rights, your legal options, and how our DWI lawyers in Dallas can help.
The legal team at My Dallas Criminal Lawyer takes every DWI case seriously — because they are. We don’t assume you’re guilty, and neither should the system. While the courts can move quickly, we offer advocacy and strategy from day one. When choosing a DWI lawyer in Dallas, it is important to hire an experienced Dallas DWI attorney with focused knowledge of DWI law to work toward the best possible outcome.
Our firm knows how Dallas County courts and local prosecutors operate, and we use that knowledge to prepare the best possible defense. My Dallas Criminal Lawyer’s legal team includes a former prosecutor and a senior chief felony prosecutor, bringing additional perspective to DWI defense. Experience as a former prosecutor enhances our understanding of the legal system and allows us to develop more effective defense strategies. The reputation of our DWI lawyers in the legal community reflects our effectiveness and reliability.
Our firm negotiates aggressively to pursue dismissals and reduced, or alternative charges whenever possible. With a specialization in criminal defense and DWI cases, we understand that a DWI conviction can impact many areas of your life, and we’ll use every tool the law provides to help you seek a fair outcome throughout the process. Our team also focuses on working closely with our clients so they always know what to expect. A criminal defense attorney should be able to explain the legal process and potential outcomes clearly to clients. When you work with My Dallas Criminal Lawyer, we’ll explain your options and what we believe is the best path forward. Our team also includes a state district trial judge, further enhancing our credibility. When you’re facing a possible DWI conviction, you can rely on My Dallas Criminal Lawyer to handle your case with respect and strong advocacy.
Finally, our team doesn’t focus on results alone. We pride ourselves on working closely with our clients so they always know what to expect. When you work with My Dallas Criminal Lawyer, we’ll explain your options and what we believe is the best path forward. Our team also includes a state district trial judge, further enhancing our credibility.
My Dallas Criminal Lawyer defends clients facing all types of intoxication-related charges. Our team has extensive experience handling DWI cases and a deep understanding of Texas DWI law, helping to protect your rights throughout the legal process.
Whether it’s your first arrest, you’ve had prior convictions, or if you need a DWI expungement lawyer, we’re ready to help.
My Dallas Criminal Lawyer defends clients facing all types of intoxication-related charges. Our team has extensive experience handling DWI cases and a deep understanding of Texas DWI law, ensuring your rights are protected throughout the legal process.
Whether it’s your first arrest, you’ve had prior convictions, or if you need a DWI expungement lawyer we’re ready to help.
A first-time DWI begins as a Class B misdemeanor. If your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is below 0.15, the charge will remain a Class B misdemeanor. Penalties can include up to six months in jail or up to two years of probation and up to a $2,000 fine. Your license may be suspended for up to a year. For a first DWI offense, it is common for the court to impose a suspended jail sentence as part of probation or a plea deal, allowing you to avoid immediate jail time while still facing other penalties. An attorney can work to protect your rights and seek to keep your license.
If your BAC is 0.15 or higher, the charge becomes a Class A misdemeanor. Penalties are more severe, including up to a year of jail time, $4,000 in fines, and a mandatory ignition interlock device in many cases. Blood alcohol testing, whether by breath or blood test, is a critical part of the prosecution’s case in these situations, and the defense strategy often involves challenging the validity and accuracy of these tests. You may lose your license for two years and be required to attend DWI education. We challenge chemical tests and observational evidence to protect your record.
A second DWI offense is classified as a Class A misdemeanor under Texas law. Penalties for a second DWI offense are more severe than for a first offense, and can include longer jail time, higher fines, and extended license suspension. In addition to jail time, license suspension, and fines, convictions can result in community supervision and DWI education for repeat offenders. We review your prior case to challenge its use as a prior conviction when appropriate and work to reduce penalties wherever possible.
Certain circumstances turn a DWI into a felony, including: a third or subsequent DWI offense, causing serious injury (intoxication assault), causing death (intoxication manslaughter), or driving drunk with a child under 15. If a DWI results in a vehicle accident causing personal injury, the driver may face not only criminal charges but also civil lawsuits for damages and increased insurance premiums. Felony DWIs can lead to years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine. We build comprehensive defenses and fight to reduce or dismiss your charges whenever possible.
Driving while intoxicated with a child under 15 in the vehicle is a state jail felony. Penalties include up to $10,000 in fines and up to two years in state jail. These charges can also lead to CPS involvement — which may affect your custody rights. Adults who drive intoxicated with a child passenger can face criminal prosecution for endangering a minor, and may face additional charges if they facilitated underage drinking, meaning they could also face criminal prosecution for providing alcohol to minors. Our firm works quickly to protect your rights as well as your family relationships.
If you were driving while intoxicated and caused serious bodily injury, you can be charged with intoxication assault. This is a third-degree felony that can result in up to a decade in prison, $10,000 in fines, and a long-term license suspension. We can examine accident reports, challenge expert testimony, and review medical records to fight this serious accusation.
Intoxication manslaughter applies when someone dies due to a DWI-related crash. This second-degree felony is punished by up to 20 years in prison, $10,000 in fines, and long-term license revocation. Because the consequences are life-altering, we investigate thoroughly and advocate for the best possible outcome.
Though not technically a DWI, public intoxication is still a criminal offense. You can be charged if you’re in public and intoxicated enough to be a danger to yourself or others — even if you never get behind the wheel. Bars, restaurants, and common areas in apartment buildings are all considered “public” under the law. If convicted, you’ll face up to a $500 fine and possible overnight detention. Community service may also be required as part of the court-ordered sanctions for public intoxication or underage DUI convictions. However, even minor Class C misdemeanors will show up on background checks. We work to resolve the charges without a conviction whenever possible.
When you’ve been charged with a DWI, you probably have plenty of questions. Here are the answers to some of our most commonly received questions:
Many states call drunk or drugged driving DUI (driving under the influence). In Texas, however, DWI (driving while intoxicated) is the charge used for adults who operate a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs. The terms “DUI” and “DWI” are often used interchangeably, but in Texas, DWI is generally for adults, while DUI applies only to minors.
DUI is a separate offense. This offense only applies to drivers under 21 who are caught with any detectable alcohol in their system. Generally, adult drivers will not face a “DUI” charge in Texas.
It’s possible, especially if you fail to request a hearing. Texas gives drivers an Administrative License Revocation (ALR) notice if you fail or refuse a breath or blood test. You must request a hearing within 15 days of your notice or arrest to fight the suspension.
Not always, but it depends on the charge. Some charges have mandatory jail or prison sentences. With lower-level offenses, jail time is possible but not guaranteed. Many first-time offenders are eligible for probation or deferred adjudication. We advocate for the least severe outcome possible, including dismissal where appropriate.
A BAC of 0.15 or higher can elevate the charge from a Class B to a Class A misdemeanor, increasing penalties and possibly requiring an ignition interlock device. We challenge BAC results and testing procedures to fight the charge.
Texas DWI convictions generally stay on your record permanently. In some cases, we can help expunge the record or pursue non-disclosure after probation, when the law allows.
Common defenses include:
We examine every aspect of your case to find the strongest defense possible. After, follow these steps you need to do after a DWI arrest.
Yes — but it comes with consequences. Refusal triggers an automatic license suspension under Texas’ implied consent law if you fail to request an ALR hearing before the 15-day deadline. However, refusals require law enforcement to obtain a search warrant to take your blood, and mistakes with the execution of the search warrant provide opportunities to exclude evidence. Refusal also denies prosecutors automatic access to BAC results. Whether you consented to or refused a chemical test, we will work to build a strong defense.
DWI charges can affect your entire life, but firm-name has the experience, skill, and determination to fight for you. Call 214-949-4117 now for a confidential consultation. With our team of attorneys, we will work hard to pursue the justice you deserve.
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