A DWI in El Paso Can Ruin Your Life. We Want to Prevent That.
One of the most commonly said things by people who have fought a DWI charge is how stressful it can be. It can be a drain on your wallet, your social standing, and your mental and physical health.
Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) is when the operator of a motor vehicle is caught with a blood alcohol content (BAC) level above the legal limit. In El Paso and the rest of Texas, the limit is 0.08%. It’s surprisingly one of the most common crimes in the city.
Even though it’s a common charge, it can have some serious consequences. Neither Texas's state government nor the Crockett County courts favors individuals with DWI charges. They see them as dangers to the public due to high incidences of car accidents and accidental deaths caused by these drivers. However, one mistake shouldn’t cost you your entire future. That’s why Michael & Associates is here to help.
DWIs Are Expensive and Can Land You Behind Bars
Just because DWIs are common in El Paso and all of Crockett County doesn’t mean you’re going to be let off with a warning. There are severe penalties for DWIs that get worse with each additional offense. See this list for some possible consequences for residents of the Sun City:
Your 1st offense
- Possible $2,000 fine
- Jail time between 3 and 180 days
- Loss of driver’s license for up to a year
Your 2nd offense
- Possible $4,000 fine
- Between 1 and 12 months of jail time
- Loss of driver’s license for up to two years
Your 3rd+ offense
- Up to a $10,000 fine
- Between 2 and 10 years in prison
- Loss of driver’s license for up to two years
- A felony on your record
You may face even worse penalties if you are caught with a child in your car when driving under the influence.
Don’t Throw Your Life Away Over One Lapse in Judgment
Besides criminal penalties, you are looking at higher car insurance payments, the possible suspension of your driver’s license, and increased difficulty in finding gainful employment. All because of a DWI.
You shouldn’t brush this off as boys will be boys or think the mistake will go away. This is a serious charge that calls for serious legal representation.
If you’ve met someone who has gotten their case dismissed or their charges reduced, it is because they sought the help of a strong defense team. Make sure you get yourself one to protect your future. It’s no laughing matter.
Michael & Associates – Your Best Defense Against DWIs
We’re the team at Michael & Associates, and we know DWIs like the back of our hands. We boast a high win rate – most of our clients receive reduced charges or even have their cases dismissed entirely. This is because we have nearly a decade of experience and have represented hundreds of clients all over Texas.
We have one mission at Michael & Associates: to give you the best possible defense in town. We do this by providing each of our clients with high-quality treatment. We take only the number of cases that we can handle while ensuring we have enough time to dedicate to each case as if it were our own.
The larger, cheaper firms in town over-promise and under-deliver. They stick you with someone whose only thoughts are how to get you out of their office as soon as possible. With us, you get access to our managing partner, Ben Michael himself, who will hold your hand throughout the whole process. He will explain everything to you in detail while making sure you feel at ease during the process.
El Pasoans can depend on us. We’ll get you the best outcome possible. To start your defense strategy today, schedule a free DWI case review.