Collin County DWI Defense Attorney Fighting for Your Future
Facing a DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) charge in Texas can jeopardize your freedom, finances, and future. A conviction could result in hefty fines, jail time, and the suspension of your driver’s license, making it difficult to maintain your job and provide for your family. At The Crowder Law Firm, P.C., we provide aggressive legal representation for clients in Collin County and across North Texas who have been charged with drunk driving.
Understanding DWI Charges in Texas
Texas law prohibits operating a motor vehicle with a blood or breath alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 or higher. If you’re pulled over and fail a field sobriety test or a Breathalyzer, you may be arrested on DWI charges. Refusing a breath test can also result in an automatic 180-day license suspension.
The penalties for a DWI conviction vary based on prior offenses:
First offense: Up to $2,000 in fines, 3 to 180 days in jail, and driver’s license suspension for up to 1 year.
Second offense: Up to $4,000 in fines, 1 month to 1 year in jail, and license suspension for up to 2 years.
Third offense: Up to $10,000 in fines, 2 to 10 years in prison, and license suspension for up to 2 years.
Aggravating factors—such as a BAC of 0.15 or higher, having a child passenger, or causing serious injury or death—can result in felony charges and significantly harsher penalties. For example:
Intoxication Assault (serious injury): Third-degree felony, 2–10 years in prison.
Intoxication Manslaughter (causing death): Second-degree felony, up to 20 years in prison.
Proven DWI Defense in Plano, McKinney, Garland, and Beyond
At The Crowder Law Firm, P.C., we know how to challenge the evidence in your DWI case—such as the validity of the traffic stop, the administration of sobriety tests, or the accuracy of BAC testing. Depending on the circumstances, we may be able to get your charges reduced or dismissed entirely.
Attorney Darlina Crowder brings over 20 years of experience and a track record of more than 300 acquittals and not-guilty verdicts. Our legal team is dedicated to defending your rights and guiding you through every stage of your case.
Contact Us for a Free DWI Case Review
If you or a loved one is facing DWI charges, don’t wait. Call 817-936-3167 to schedule a free, confidential consultation. The Crowder Law Firm, P.C. defends clients throughout Plano, McKinney, Garland, Dallas, Fort Worth, Denton, Frisco, Collin County, Dallas County, Tarrant County, Grayson County, and nearby areas.
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