San Antonio DWI Penalties
Experienced & Effective San Antonio DWI Attorneys
If you have been arrested for any DWI in the greater San Antonio area, it is important to find a competent attorney as soon as possible. We highly recommend that you contact Smith & Vinson Law Firm to speak to one of our capable lawyers about your case. Our firm has concentrated much of its practice in this field of law. With a former prosecutor on board and trial-tested litigators to help you, you will have the peace of mind that comes with reliable legal representation. We fight for your constitutional rights and for a favorable outcome.
Need legal advice about a criminal arrest or investigation? Please contact our firm at (210) 960-9557 today.
The Consequences of a Texas DWI Conviction
Texas courts take DWI charges very seriously. If convicted, you may face serious and potentially life-altering penalties.
Punishments for First-offense DWI in Texas
- A fine of up to $2,000
- Jail time of three to 180 days
- 90 days up to one year license suspension
- A criminal record with a Class B misdemeanor
Punishments for Second-offense DWI in Texas
- A fine of up to $4,000
- Jail time of 30 days up to one year
- 180 days up to 2 years license suspension
- A criminal record with a Class A misdemeanor
Punishments for Third-offense DWI in Texas
- A fine of up to $10,000
- A prison sentence of two to 10 years
- 180 days up to 2 years license suspension
- A criminal record with a felony conviction
Punishments for First-offense DWI with an Open Container in Texas
- A fine of up to $2,000
- Jail time of six up to 180 days
- Jail time and a fine combined
- 90 days up to one year license suspension
Punishments for Intoxication Manslaughter in Texas
- A fine of up to $10,000
- A prison sentence ranging from 2 to 10 years to life
- A criminal record with a second-degree felony conviction
- 180 days to 2 years license suspension
Punishments for Intoxication Assault in Texas
- A fine of up to $10,000
- A prison sentence ranging from 2 to 10 years to life
- A criminal record with a third-degree felony conviction
- License suspension of 180 days to 2 years
Punishments for Driving While Intoxicated with a Child Passenger in Texas
- A fine of up to $10,000
- Jail time of 180 days to 2 years
- A criminal record with a state jail felony conviction
- Automatic license suspension for 90 days up to 1 year
Punishments for DWI with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of 0.15 or Higher
- A fine of up to $4,000
- Jail time of 72 hours to 1 year
- 90 days up to 1 year license suspension
- A criminal record with a Class A misdemeanor
Understanding these penalties is crucial for anyone facing DWI charges, as the ramifications can significantly impact your life and future prospects.
Want to avoid these penalties? Contact a San Antonio DWI lawyer at Smith & Vinson Law Firm for a free, initial consultation at (210) 960-9557 today.
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Hear What They Have to Say
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Throughout the whole process, I had the utmost confidence in Mr. Smith and his work. the goal when we first met was to "get the DWI dismissed" and that is exactly what happened.- Ronald D.
A Proven Track Record
Check Out Our Recent Case Results
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Dismissed Intoxication Assault
Our client had allegedly been drinking with friends after work. He woke up in the hospital after an accident that severely injured another person. We fought for our client in our negotiations with the prosecutor on his felony Intoxicated Assault charge and worked with the injured party’s insurance company on a plan to compensate her for her injuries. The felony was ultimately dismissed and reduced to a misdemeanor DWI charge.
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Dismissed Possession of Controlled Substance
Our client picked up a prostitute and was later pulled over for failing to signal. The police let the woman go, but found cocaine in the car on the passenger side and charged our client with possession of a controlled substance.
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No Charges Filed Sexual Assault Investigation
Our client was a UT student who was accused of sexual assault. He came to our firm extremely scared about his future both with the university and within the criminal justice system. With our firm's help, he was able to show that his accuser was not credible. Smith and Vinson put together a defense that law enforcement recognized as credible evidence of his innocence and not to file charges which changed the course of our client's life.
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Charges Dismissed Sexual Assault
Our client met a woman on a dating app who claimed that she was sexually assaulted. We assisted our client in interviewing with the police. He was facing up to 20 years in prison and lifetime sex offender registration. After Smith and Vinson's thorough review of the case and careful negotiations, the case against him was dismissed by the District Attorney's Office.
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Dismissed Terroristic Threat
Our client was reportedly heard making terroristic threats by some members of his seventh-grade class. Police charged him with a felony. Our client was a boy scout who was well-liked by teachers but had developed ADHD and was being bullied. The State offered our client 1 year of deferred probation.