Legal Question in DUI Law in Texas

I received a DWI on 11-1-13 and was sent to jail until 11-4-13 when I bonded out. My kids were in the car at the time. What will hapen next? This was my first time ever in jail and for a DWI.


Asked on 11/05/13, 4:50 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Jeffrey Brashear The Brashear Law Firm, PLLC

Based on what you have written, there are a lot of factual questions which require detailed answers to prior to providing you with any specific direction or opinions. First, which police department stopped you? Second, why did the police stop you? Third, how old are your children? Fourth, did you provide a breath or blood sample? Fifth, did the officer take your driver's license? Sixth, where did your kids go upon your arrest? Seventh, have you requested an ALR hearing to keep your driver's license? These are just some of the questions which require fact specific answers so as to be able to provide you with an opinion. You really need to contact a law firm and a lawyer to assist you with this matter. DWI carry harsh penalties both from the criminal case and from the Department of Public Safety with potential driver's license suspensions. We are available to assist you with this matter by calling 281-994-4034 and scheduling an initial consultation. We are able to protect your rights and interests in both the criminal matter and the potential driver's license issue. If the DA charges you with DWI with Child Passenger it would be a State Jail Felony - punishable by 180 days to 2 years is a state jail and up to a $10,000.00 fine.

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Answered on 11/05/13, 5:02 pm


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