A DWI charge can raise questions about your license, the evidence against you, and what your future may look like. In Conroe, the outcome can depend on details such as why police stopped you, what officers observed, and how they handled any breath, blood, or field sobriety tests.
A Conroe criminal defense attorney at the Law Office of David A. Breston can review the circumstances of your arrest and explain your options. The details of the traffic stop and arrest can make a difference in your case.
DWI cases can move quickly, especially when your driver’s license is at risk. The Law Office of David A. Breston brings decades of criminal defense experience to these cases and takes the time to look closely at the facts behind your arrest.
David Breston and his wife founded the family-run firm in 1997. Since then, we have handled more than 4,000 criminal defense, juvenile, and immigration matters. Clients receive personal attention, clear communication, and affordable legal services. We offer free, confidential consultations and assist clients in English and Spanish.
In Texas, a person can be charged with DWI for operating a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated. Intoxication can mean not having the normal use of your mental or physical abilities because of alcohol, drugs, or another substance. A blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 or higher also meets the legal definition.
A first DWI is generally a misdemeanor, but certain facts can make the charge more serious. Penalties may increase if a driver has prior DWI convictions, a BAC of 0.15 or higher, or a passenger younger than 15 in the vehicle.
A breath or blood test does not automatically mean you will be convicted. Our DWI lawyers can examine how the evidence was gathered and whether police followed the law. Important questions may include:
If there are problems with the traffic stop, arrest, or testing process, those issues may affect whether the state can use certain evidence and how strong its case is.
A DWI arrest may also lead to an Administrative License Revocation (ALR) case. This process is separate from the criminal charge and can affect your right to drive.
Deadlines can come quickly. In many ALR cases, a driver has 15 days after being served with a suspension notice to request a hearing. Different rules can apply when blood test results are received later, and DPS sends the suspension notice by mail.
Requesting a hearing allows you to challenge the proposed license suspension. Our team can review your notice, explain the applicable deadline, and determine what steps may be available to protect your driving privileges.
Every DWI case is different. Available defenses depend on why you were stopped, what the officer observed, what testing was done, and whether they followed the proper procedures.
The Law Office of David A. Breston can review the evidence and help you understand both the criminal case and any driver’s license issues. Getting advice early can also help you avoid missing important deadlines. Contact us today to schedule a free, confidential consultation.