FREE TEXAS DWI EVALUATION
Frequently Asked Questions in Texas DWI Cases
- Will I be able to get my case dismissed because I was not read my
rights?
Probably not. But if you were interrogated after being placed in
custody, your statements can not be used against you.
- Will I go to jail?
An experienced attorney may be able to keep you out.
- I have three serious offenses within ten years, what will happen?
The third DWI is most likely a felony and you could spend up to 10 years in
prison and receive a $10,000.00 fine.
- What is the effect of a second DWI conviction within five years of a prior conviction on my driver's license?
Your driver's license can be suspended for one year without the ability to get an occupational driver's license.
- How many hours of alcohol classes will I have to take?
Plan on at least 24-48 hours of alcohol classes and any where from 48-80 or more
hours of community service.
- What will happen if I do not complete the classes or public
service ordered by the Court?
You will go to jail and if you do not complete the alcohol classes and your
license will be suspended.
- I lost my Texas license. May I obtain a license in another state?
In most cases, no.
- If I obtain an international driver's license may I drive in
Texas, even though my Texas license is revoked?
No.
- Am I a bad person because I was arrested for DWI?
No, but you are well advised to never, never smell like alcohol
while behind the wheel.
- What if I burped within twenty minutes of blowing?
The breath machine may have read alcohol from your stomach rather
than your lungs. The result may be incorrect. A similar problem occurs
with dentures.
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