San Antonio DWI Penalties
Experienced & Effective San Antonio DWI Attorneys
If you have been arrested for any DWI in the greater San Antonio area, it is important to find a competent attorney as soon as possible. We highly recommend that you contact Smith & Vinson Law Firm to speak to one of our capable lawyers about your case. Our firm has concentrated much of its practice in this field of law. With a former prosecutor on board and trial-tested litigators to help you, you will have the peace of mind that comes with reliable legal representation. We fight for your constitutional rights and for a favorable outcome.
Need legal advice about a criminal arrest or investigation? Please contact our firm at (210) 960-9557 today.
The Consequences of a Texas DWI Conviction
Texas courts take DWI charges very seriously. If convicted, you may face serious and potentially life-altering penalties.
Punishments for First-offense DWI in Texas
- A fine of up to $2,000
- Jail time of three to 180 days
- 90 days up to one year license suspension
- A criminal record with a Class B misdemeanor
Punishments for Second-offense DWI in Texas
- A fine of up to $4,000
- Jail time of 30 days up to one year
- 180 days up to 2 years license suspension
- A criminal record with a Class A misdemeanor
Punishments for Third-offense DWI in Texas
- A fine of up to $10,000
- A prison sentence of two to 10 years
- 180 days up to 2 years license suspension
- A criminal record with a felony conviction
Punishments for First-offense DWI with an Open Container in Texas
- A fine of up to $2,000
- Jail time of six up to 180 days
- Jail time and a fine combined
- 90 days up to one year license suspension
Want to avoid these penalties? Contact a San Antonio DWI lawyer at Smith & Vinson Law Firm for a free, initial consultation at (210) 960-9557 today.
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Throughout the whole process, I had the utmost confidence in Mr. Smith and his work. the goal when we first met was to "get the DWI dismissed" and that is exactly what happened.- Ronald D.
A Proven Track Record
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Motion to Suppress Granted; Case Dismissed DWI 2nd .209
Our client was charged with Driving While Intoxicated – 2nd Offense with a BAC of .209. The police pulled our client over for allegedly crossing over lane lines and causing another car to swerve out of the way. We challenged the legality of the police’s warrantless stop of our client with a Motion to Suppress Evidence and had a contested hearing wherein the Officer testified.
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No Charges Filed Sexual Assault Investigation
Our client was a UT student who was accused of sexual assault. He came to our firm extremely scared about his future both with the university and within the criminal justice system. With our firm's help, he was able to show that his accuser was not credible. Smith and Vinson put together a defense that law enforcement recognized as credible evidence of his innocence and not to file charges which changed the course of our client's life.
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Case Dismissed Aggravated Robbery
Our client was accused of robbing another person at gunpoint for some sneakers along with a co-defendant and getaway driver. We investigated the evidence and discovered that it was the co-defendant who arranged for the purchase of the sneakers, and that surveillance video disproved the State’s theory that a gun was brandished or that our client knew what was going on.
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Charges Dismissed Sexual Assault
Our client met a woman on a dating app who claimed that she was sexually assaulted. We assisted our client in interviewing with the police. He was facing up to 20 years in prison and lifetime sex offender registration. After Smith and Vinson's thorough review of the case and careful negotiations, the case against him was dismissed by the District Attorney's Office.
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No Charges Filed Sexual Assault Investigation
Our client was a UT student who was accused of sexual assault. He came to our firm extremely scared about his future both with the university and within the criminal justice system. With our firm's help, he was able to show that his accuser was not credible. Smith and Vinson put together a defense that law enforcement recognized as credible evidence of his innocence and not to file charges which changed the course of our client's life.