Prior DWI Offenses in Houston
DWI Penalties for 2nd, 3rd or 4 th DWI Offenses
In our state, even first DWI offenses can be treated harshly, with steep penalties being levied at the convicted individual. These penalties can be increased substantially in the event that a person is convicted of DWI for a second or third (or more) charge. A second DWI may result in the defendant facing:
- Large monetary fines
- Community service
- Mandatory attendance at a Victim Impact Panel
- Mandatory installation of a Deep Lung Air Device (formerly known as an "ignition interlock device)
- Mandatory attendance at a DWI education class
- Up to 1 year in jail
The penalties for three (or more) DWI convictions may include:
- Monetary fines up to $10,000
- Community service
- Mandatory attendance at a Victim Impact Panel
- Mandatory installation of a Deep Lung Air Device
- Mandatory attendance at a DWI education class
- Felony charges
- License suspension for up to 2 years
- Banishment from any establishments serving alcohol
- Incarceration for up to 10 years
If you have been charged with a DWI offense and have a prior conviction , it is very important that you contact a Houston DWI attorney as soon as possible. An attorney will aggressively represent you in your defense, and may be able to reach a resolution in which the court reduces your charge s or eliminates them completely, and a full review of the evidence against you should take place immediately after your arrest.
Houston DWI Attorney
Attorney Jim Medley possesses over 20 years of experience in working in the Texas criminal justice system, and has defended many DWI cases successfully. Mr. Medley's top priority is to protect the rights of his clients, by providing aggressive, personalized legal representation in their cases. If you are facing charges for multiple DWI, contact his firm right away to identify the best defense strategy in your case.
Have you been charged with DWI and have a prior conviction ? Contact a Houston DWI lawyer who can aggressively defend you.