A DWI arrest in League City can leave you worried about losing your driver’s license, facing large fines, or even spending time in jail. You may face a criminal case and a separate process that could affect your right to drive.
A League City criminal defense attorney at the Law Office of David A. Breston can review your arrest and help you understand your options. We represent people facing DWI and other criminal charges throughout the greater Houston area, including League City. An arrest does not mean you will be convicted.
The Law Office of David A. Breston has served people facing criminal charges for decades. David Breston and his wife founded the family-run firm in 1997, and we have handled more than 4,000 criminal defense, juvenile, and immigration cases.
Our clients can expect personal attention and communication throughout their case. We provide legal services at reasonable rates, offer free confidential consultations, and serve clients in English and Spanish.
Under Texas law, a person commits DWI when they operate a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated. Intoxication may mean not having the normal use of your mental or physical abilities because of alcohol, drugs, or a combination of substances. It can also mean having a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher.
This means a DWI does not always involve alcohol. Prescription medicine, illegal drugs, or a mix of substances may also lead to charges.
The penalties depend on the facts of the case and whether you have prior DWI convictions. A first DWI is generally a misdemeanor. A second offense carries greater possible penalties, and a third DWI can be charged as a felony.
Certain facts can also make a case more serious. For example, penalties may increase when your BAC is .15 or higher or when a child younger than 15 is in the vehicle. A conviction may lead to jail or prison time, fines, probation, driver’s license consequences, and other requirements.
A DWI arrest can also start an Administrative License Revocation (ALR) case. This process is separate from the criminal case.
In many cases, you have only 15 days after being served with a suspension notice to request an ALR hearing. The rules can differ when blood-test results are received later, and DPS mails the suspension notice. Missing the deadline can limit your chance to challenge the suspension.
A DWI arrest does not automatically prove that you were intoxicated. Our defense attorneys can review the traffic stop, arrest, testing, and other evidence for problems that may affect the case. This may include looking at:
The facts can help determine what defenses may be available.
A DWI charge can affect your freedom, driving privileges, and future. The Law Office of David A. Breston can look at the facts of your case, explain your legal options, and help you decide what to do next. Contact us today to schedule a free confidential consultation.