Need To Explore Felony DWI Case Dismissal in Houston?
Call Attorney Jack B. Carroll Today at 713-228-4607
Although most arrests stemming from incidents in which a person was accused of Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) and Driving Under the Influence (DUI) are classified as misdemeanor offenses, certain conditions may compel the District Attorney’s Office to pursue felony DWI charges.
These conditions may include a record of habitual DWI & DUI offenses on the part of the offender, the allegedly intoxicated motorist posed a serious threat to themselves or others, or an accident resulting in death, injury, significant property damage. A combination of said factors can also result in felony DWI charges in Houston.
If an individual is convicted of felony DWI in Texas, depending on the circumstances of the case, the consequences could range from a few thousand dollars in fines and a short state jail stint to life in prison for the most serious offenses some of which may include intoxication manslaughter. If you’re seeking legal representation for yourself or a loved one that may be in such a predicament, call Jack B. Carroll & Associates for help today at 713-228-4607.
A Felony DWI Can Be Dismissed or Beat at Trial
Texas Felony DWI Lawyer Jack B. Carroll Can Help You
Jack B. Carroll & Associates has helped Texans fight DWI charges in Harris County since 1991 and we’re pretty good at what we do. Our law firm was the first in Texas to win a not guilty verdict in a double-intoxication manslaughter trial, and we still have the same skillset with more experience today.
If you need to schedule a meeting to talk with Jack about your case, give us a call today at 713-228-4607. We’re ready to help. If you need discretion, send us a contact form.
When are DWI Offenses Classified as Felonies in Texas?
DWI offenses are classified as felony crimes in Texas when any of the following is true;
- The defendant is charged with DWI a third time,
- The defendant injures someone as a result of intoxicated driving,
- a person is killed as a result of drunk driving,
- or if the motorist is drunk or impaired with a child is present in the vehicle.
Depending on the circumstances of the case and any aggravating factors, a felony DWI may be classified as either a State Jail Felony or a 2nd Degree Felony. Although State Jail & 2nd Degree Felony convictions could mean a few short years in prison, we’ve seen Texas DWI cases in the news featuring defendants sentenced to life. Most of them had a long history of DWI convictions and were sentenced to life imprisonment for driving drunk absent any element of injury or accident. Usually, such a fate is a result of the court finding the defendant to be a habitual offender and a threat to public safety. Below, we’ve linked to a story by the Houston Chronicle which features examples of this reality.
Houston Chronicle: Life Prison Sentences for Repeat DWI Offenders Raise Questions
DWI Offenses Are Serious
If you or a loved one were arrested for a felony DWI offense in Houston, TX, and need help fighting the case, Jack B. Carroll & Associates are ready to get involved. My office provides reasonable legal fees and excellent legal representation. If you’re interested in allowing us to look over your case and give you an honest opinion about the best way to move forward, give me a call at 713-228-4607.
Contact Attorney Jack B. Carroll
Houston Felony DWI Lawyer
After people are arrested for a crime, we’ve found that most of them feel overwhelmed and defeated. They often don’t know what to do next or how to handle the situation best. That’s where we come in. We’re clear to our clients on one thing; an arrest DOES NOT imply guilt! If you were arrested for a DWI or other felony charge, our legal team can help you.
If you were arrested for a DWI or another felony charge, our legal team can help you.
Attorney Jack B. Carroll is a Board Certified® criminal defense attorney who has practiced criminal law in Houston since 1990.
With a strong record of successfully defending Houstonians charged with felony DWI offenses, few criminal defense lawyers in Houston are better qualified to help you fight the charge.
If you need help, have questions, or are seeking general advice as to how best to deal with a felony DWI charge in Houston, contact attorney Jack B. Carroll today by calling our law office direct, at 713-228-4607.