DWI Penalties in Conroe
Serving Montgomery County, TX Since 1998
Since 1998, Attorney Doug Atkinson has served as defense counsel for people accused of DWI. In his extensive and successful legal career, he has defended hundreds of DWI cases and has been recognized and respected for his work in defending those accused of misdemeanor or felony DWI offenses. It is important that you understand what you are up against if you have been charged with DWI.
Schedule your free consultation with Douglas W. Atkinson, Attorney at Law now by calling (936) 681-0031 or contacting the firm online.
There are heavy penalties imposed in a DWI conviction. Incarceration, fines, and license suspension are just a few of the repercussions you will suffer. A first or second DWI charge will be filed as a misdemeanor, but a third arrest will lead to felony charges.
If this happens to you, swift legal action is needed as the consequences of a conviction will be life-changing. You have been arrested and charged, but you have rights. You are innocent until proven guilty. The firm is committed to protecting the rights of the criminally accused in DWI cases, and to fighting for a favorable outcome.
DWI Penalties
First Offense
The penalties for a first-time DWI may include the following:
- Jail time between 3 days and 180 days.
- Fines up to $2,000.
- Driver's License suspension between 90 days and one year.
Second Offense
The penalties for a second DWI may include the following:
- Jail time between 30 days and one year.
- Fines up to $4,000.
- Driver's License suspension between 180 days and two years.
Third Offense
The penalties for a third DWI may include the following:
- Jail time between 2 years and 10 years.
- Fines up to $10,000.
- Driver's License suspension between 180 days and two years.
Fourth Offense
The penalties for a fourth DWI may include the following:
- Jail time up to 10 years.
- Fines up to $10,000.
- Driver's License suspension up to two years.
Schedule a Free Consultation Now
If you have been charged with a DWI, your legal situation is serious. There are the hidden costs, including increased insurance rates, court fees, as well as the damage to employment opportunities with a DWI on your criminal record. If employers run a background check to see if you are an eligible job candidate, a DWI conviction on record can be a serious deterrent.
It is imperative that you are represented by an experienced Conroe DWI defense attorney who will take action to seek a positive outcome whether this is your first, second, or third conviction.
Do not wait to get in touch with a defense attorney from our firm. Contact us today at (936) 681-0031.
