Legal Question in DUI Law in Texas

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My boyfriend was just sentenced to a 4 year sentence for his 4th dwi in texas, do you know how long he will actually have to serve before he is released?


Asked on 9/02/08, 10:31 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Stephen Gustitis Criminal Defense Lawyer

Re: dwI

Release decisions are within the discretion of the Texas Board of Pardons and Parole. A prisoner may be awarded good time, or parole, based on many factors including behavior while incarcerated and receptiveness to rehabilitation. Consequently, it is difficult to anticipate how long your boyfriend must serve on this 4 year sentence.

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Answered on 9/03/08, 8:21 am


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