What are my legal options if I’m charged with DWI in Houston?

If you’re arrested for drunk driving, we have at least 3 options for dealing with the charge within the confines of Texas law. We can attempt to get the case dismissed, work out a deal with the Harris County Dist. Atty’s Office, or we can fight the charge, head-on, in a full-blown trial.

Is it possible to beat a Houston DWI charge in Harris County?

Absolutely. The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates wields a distinctive set of credentials, training, and is an asset to anyone facing criminal charges related to DWI in Houston. Although every case is different, we also have a solid record of winning in court for our clients.

Can I avoid jail time if I’m convicted for drunk driving?

In short, yes. In reality, there are a number of different factors involved in each and every case we’ve seen in our experience as Houston DWI attorneys. Probation is usually a possibility for most persons that are convicted of DWI in Houston. However, there are no guarantees.

How much jail time can I get if I’m convicted of DWI?

A determination on jail sentencing is the sole priority of the court within the guidelines of Texas criminal law. Depending on the frequency of DWI offenses incurred by the defendant, and the severity of additional factors, a jail sentence could be as short as a few days, to life.

Can you help with truck driver DWI cases involving a CDL?

As a matter of fact we can. The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates is among the premier law firms in Texas for DWI defense. Both lawyers on our Houston DWI defense team are Certified ACS/CHAL Lawyer-Scientists, with Tad Nelson holding a Board Certification.

Will I lose my Texas Drivers’ License if I’m charged with DWI?

In Texas, if you’re arrested for DWI or DUI, the process of Administrative License Revocation is initiated for the purpose of automatically suspending your Texas Drivers’ License. Houston DWI lawyer Tad A. Nelson may be able to intervene, and prevent TDL suspension.

BAC Calculator & Alcohol Chart

Updated: Mar 5, 2023 @ 8:52 pm

Reading Time: 4 Minutes

For purposes of this guide, “one drink” is equal to 1.25 oz. of 80 proof liquor, 12 oz. of regular beer, or 5 oz. of table wine. The State of Texas has set a .08% Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) as the legal limit for Driving While Intoxicated. For commercial drivers, a BAC of .04% can result in a DWI or DUI conviction anywhere in the country.

SPECIAL NOTE: This chart & calculator is intended as a guide, not a guarantee.

Alcohol affects individuals differently. Your blood alcohol level may be affected by your age, gender, physical condition, amount of food consumed and any drugs or medication you are currently taking. In addition, different drinks may contain different amounts of alcohol, so it’s important to know how much and the concentration of alcohol you consume.

IMPAIRMENT BEGINS WITH YOUR FIRST DRINK. FOR SAFETY’S SAKE, NEVER DRIVE AFTER DRINKING!

Men
Women

Men
	Approximate Blood Alcohol Percentage
Drinks	Body Weight in Pounds
	100	120	140	160	180	200	220	240
0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	Only Safe Driving Limit
1	0.04	0.03	0.03	0.02	0.02	0.02	0.02	0.02	Impairment Begins
2	0.08	0.06	0.05	0.05	0.04	0.04	0.03	0.03	Driving Skills Significantly Affected ——– Possible Criminal Penalties
3	0.11	0.09	0.08	0.07	0.06	0.06	0.05	0.05
4	0.15	0.12	0.11	0.09	0.08	0.08	0.07	0.06
5	0.19	0.16	0.13	0.12	0.11	0.09	0.09	0.08
6	0.23	0.19	0.16	0.14	0.13	0.11	0.1	0.09
7	0.26	0.22	0.19	0.16	0.15	0.13	0.12	0.11	Legally Intoxicated ——– Criminal Penalties
8	0.3	0.25	0.21	0.19	0.17	0.15	0.14	0.13
9	0.34	0.28	0.24	0.21	0.19	0.17	0.15	0.14
10	0.38	0.31	0.27	0.23	0.21	0.19	0.17	0.16
*Subtract .01% for each 40 minutes of drinking.*
*One drink is 1.25 oz. of 80 proof liquor, 12 oz. of beer, or 5 oz. of table wine.*

Women
	Approximate Blood Alcohol Percentage
Drinks	Body Weight in Pounds
	90	100	120	140	160	180	200	220	240
0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	Only Safe Driving Limit
1	0.05	0.05	0.04	0.03	0.03	0.03	0.02	0.02	0.02	Impairment Begins
2	0.1	0.09	0.08	0.07	0.06	0.05	0.05	0.04	0.04	Driving Skills Significantly Affected ——– Possible Criminal Penalties
3	0.15	0.14	0.11	0.1	0.09	0.08	0.07	0.06	0.06
4	0.2	0.18	0.15	0.13	0.11	0.1	0.09	0.08	0.08
5	0.25	0.23	0.19	0.16	0.14	0.13	0.11	0.1	0.09
6	0.3	0.27	0.23	0.19	0.17	0.15	0.14	0.12	0.11
7	0.35	0.32	0.27	0.23	0.2	0.18	0.16	0.14	0.13	Legally Intoxicated ——– Criminal Penalties
8	0.4	0.36	0.3	0.26	0.23	0.2	0.18	0.17	0.15
9	0.45	0.41	0.34	0.29	0.26	0.23	0.2	0.19	0.17
10	0.51	0.45	0.38	0.32	0.28	0.25	0.23	0.21	0.19
*Subtract .01% for each 40 minutes of drinking.*
*One drink is 1.25 oz. of 80 proof liquor, 12 oz. of beer, or 5 oz. of table wine.*

As stated above, alcohol affects men and women differently, but the chart below is intended to show the general effects that alcohol has on the body at different levels.