DWI Lawyer | Building Your Case

Due to the unpopularity of driving, DWI has been singled out as a profitable crime for prosecution.  There are significant consequences with being charged with a DWI, with even first time offenders seeing thousands in fines and administrative fees, plus up to a year in jail depending on the level of blood-alcohol content (BAC) or drug use.  Not only do those facing DWI charges face fines and a period of confinement, but they also face having their license suspended for a period of time and additional license reinstatement fees. 

Different DWI Cases

At The Matthew James, PLLC, we’ve helped many clients facing an array of different DWI charges.  If you find yourself facing any of these alleged offenses, we can likely help:

• DWI: Class B Misdemeanor (1st Offense), Class A Misdemeanor (2nd Offence),  3rd Offense (Felony)

• DWI: .15 and above

• DWI with child

• Intoxication Assault

• Intoxication Manslaughter

Texas DWI Law, Penalties, and ALR

The Texas BAC limit .08 and anything above this amount would be considered a DWI (Texas does not use the term DUI, although both terms are commonly used) and would trigger a list of criminal and financial consequences.  If you are found to have an illegal BAC or refuse the test, an officer can suspend your license and issue a Notice of Suspension by issuing you a DIC-25.  The Notice of Suspension is a 40-day driving permit, after which you’ll no longer be able to drive.

This process is called Administrative License Revocation (ALR) and can be challenged through a hearing. It is important to note that you’ll only have 15 days to request a hearing after being served a Notice of Suspension, so scheduling your consultation as soon as possible is incredibly important. 

The criminal side of your case can determine jail time, the amount in fines you incur, and how long your license is potentially suspended.  Our law firm can help with both the criminal and administrative aspects of your case, working to reduce or dismiss some of the consequences of the alleged DWI.

The Surcharge System

Convictions of certain crimes will result in surcharge fees, which are hefty annual fees that are collected by the state.  A DWI, Intoxicated Assault, or Intoxicated Manslaughter charge comes with a 3-year, $1,000 surcharge, which is in addition to other fees.

The surcharge system makes fighting a conviction that much more important since it can add the already expensive DWI process.  We’re willing to go to trial so you can keep more of your money in your pocket.

Attorney Matthew James Provides DWI Defense

The moment you’re accused of a DWI, schedule your consultation with us.  We will immediately work with you to address your ALR and begin crafting your defense to the alleged DWI offense.  The sooner we’re able to act on your case, the better. Give us a call or stop by our office to begin crafting your DWI defense.