Charged with DWI in Spring? We’re Here to Help You Fight.
One of the first things most of our clients tell us when they reach out for their free consultation is that dealing with a DWI charge is among the most difficult times of their lives.
DWI stands for Driving While Intoxicated. It’s a criminal charge that occurs when a person is caught operating a car, truck, etc., with a Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) level of 0.08% or more.
Otherwise upstanding citizens who get charged for DWIs find that their reputation means nothing when going up against the state of Texas and Harris County’s court system. Judges are often unfriendly to those who have been charged, because it seems like such a common-sense rule to break – don’t drink and drive.
Despite offenders being treated harshly, it is one of the most common crimes committed by Spring residents, and it’s not worth losing your financial, mental, and physical health over. Michael & Associates is on your side to help you keep your sanity in this difficult time.
DWIs Are Costly and Can Lead to Jail Time
If you think the judge will see your record of community service or your good standing in the city and let you off with a warning, you’re sorely mistaken. The penalties for DWIs in Spring and the rest of the county are severe. This is especially true if you’re a repeat offender. Take a look at the possible penalties for yourself:
Your 1st offense:
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Up to $2,000 in fines
- 3 to 180 days in jail
- Suspension of driver’s license for up to a year
2nd offense:
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Up to $4,000 in fines
- 1 to 12 months in jail
- Suspension of driver’s license for up to two years
3rd+ offense:
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Up to a $10,000 fine
- 2 to 10 years in prison
- Suspension of driver’s license for up to two years
- A felony on your criminal record
Think that’s bad enough? If you’re caught with a minor in your car while driving drunk, you can face even steeper penalties for endangering their lives.
One Mistake Doesn’t Mean Your Life Is Over
Some people throw in the towel when they get a DWI. They might be getting eaten away at by the guilt or they may simply feel overwhelmed by the consequences of the charge.
Not only are the previously listed criminal penalties possible, but you can also suffer further financial and social consequences. You can lose your driver’s license or, at the very least, deal with higher insurance rates. If you have a felony on your record, you might find it hard to find a place to work.
While it can be hard to feel any sense of hope during this time, you shouldn’t give up. If you find a strong defense team, you not only have a fighting chance to reduce your charges, but you can possibly get the case dismissed outright.
Michael & Associates Will Fight for You
At Michael & Associates, we have been fighting DWI cases throughout Texas for almost ten years. We have handled hundreds of cases, with most of them resulting in wins for our clients via reduced charges or case dismissals.
Not only are we seasoned pros, but we have a delicate touch when it comes to looking after our clients. We only take on the number of clients we can give our full attention and effort to, so you know you’re a priority with us. We’ll fight as hard as we possibly can just for you.
You can find cheaper options in Spring, but you won’t get the same results or level of attention. Instead, you’ll get an overworked, stressed-out attorney who only views you as a stepping stone to getting his or her paycheck. You won’t have your calls returned, nor will you get the results you want.
Michael & Associates will walk you through step-by-step for your legal defense plan. You will know what’s going on and what your best options are for fighting your charges. You’re in good hands with us.
If you want to win come your court date, fill out the contact form to schedule a free case review. We’ll get started on formulating the best defense immediately.
