Felony DWI Defense Lawyer in Texas
There are particular DWI situations that could result in a felony charge. If you are convicted of a felony, you will pay fines and spend time in jail. The amount of time you face in a Texas penitentiary will depend upon the circumstances of your case. As a convicted felon, you also face the social impact – you will not be able to get certain jobs, you may have to be on probation for many years, you might find it difficult to get a loan or secure certain places of residence.
If you have been arrested/cited for the following, you could face a felony charge:
- Third (or more) DWI – this is a 3rd degree felony which could result in up to ten years in prison and up to $10,000 in fines, depending upon the circumstances of your case. You will also face license suspension if convicted and you will probably be put on probation with specific terms. You will also be required to complete minimally 80 hours of community service.
- DWI while driving with a minor – this can also be charged as a felony and can result in very severe penalties.
Have you been charged with a felony DWI?
If you are facing the possibility of a felony conviction, you need a defense plan that will help you enhance your chances of receiving a dismissal or reduction of your charges. The impact that jail time and heavy fines will have on you and your family could be very severe. If you are facing losing your job because of jail time and possibly losing your home due to your inability to support payments or other financial necessities while you are spending time incarcerated, you need to think about what you can do to mitigate these circumstances.
A Houston felony DWI attorney at our law firm can help you. We have been working with DWI clients since 1999 and we will use our experience and legal knowledge to provide you with the best possible defense for your case.
Facing a felony DWI in Houston? Contact an experienced lawyer at Madrid, Martinez & Associates as soon as possible. We serve clients throughout the Harris County, Fort Bend County, Galveston County and Montgomery County area.