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.

DWI: Enhanced Charges

Updated: Jun 23, 2023 @ 12:59 pm

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Cases That Qualify for Criminal Charge Enhancements

Enhanced DWI charges greatly increase the severity of the penalties a convicted person will face. In Texas, enhancements for Driving While Intoxicated may be placed on the following offenders:

First-time offenders with blood alcohol content (BAC) of .15 or higher
Offenders who injured a victim by intoxication assault resulting in severe or permanent brain damage
Intoxication assault resulting in the injury of a police officer, firefighter or emergency worker
Offenders with two or more DWI convictions in any state
Offenders driving with open alcohol containers
Offenders driving under the influence of drugs (DUID)

Depending on the circumstances of your ordeal, the conduct of police officers and the skills of your lawyer, enhancements may be avoidable.

At The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates, our team of experienced criminal defense attorneys will work to develop strategies that will enable them to fight to minimize the consequences our clients face. Being that all cases are different and our clients are individuals with their own set of circumstances, solutions are developed case-by-case based on the needs and wishes of our clients.

We cater to the needs of our clients. We counter the aggressive tactics used by prosecuting attorneys and fully examine each DWI case we take on.

The defense you can rely on starts here. Call our League City, Texas, office at 281-280-0100, or contact us using the contact form to arrange your initial consultation with our legal team.

We Provide an Aggressive Legal Defense

Put The Full Resources Of Our Law Firm Behind You!

Founding attorney Tad Nelson is a Board Certified® criminal law attorney by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He has more than 30 years of experience in the criminal justice system. Mr. Nelson was also a former assistant district attorney for Galveston County giving him insight into how Texas District Attorneys operate. He and our associate attorneys can defend you vigorously at any level of court with a variety of options and strategies.

How Much Does DWI Enhancements Increase Penalties?

Here are two examples of how important it is to hire a highly qualified DWI defense attorney to defend your case against DWI charges which may carry enhancements.

BAC of 0.15 or higher enhancement:

First-time offender with BAC of 0.08 to 0.14:
Class B misdemeanor, up to a $2,000 fine and 180 days in jail
First-time offender with BAC of 0.15 or higher:
Class A misdemeanor, up to a $4,000 fine and one year in jail

Intoxication assault enhancement:

DWI causing injury to any victim:
Third-degree felony, up to a $10,000 fine and two to 10 years in prison
DWI causing serious or permanent brain injury:
Second-degree felony, up to a $10,00 fine and 20 years in prison
(Causing injury to a police officer, firefighter or emergency worker is also punishable as a second-degree felony)

Contact The Law Offices of Tad Nelson & Associates

If you’re looking for an experienced DWI defense lawyer that will help you with your case, call Tad at 281-280-0100 to arrange a free initial consultation. You may also send us a direct message using the contact form. Our Houston DWI enhancement attorneys specialize in minimizing consequences and helping our clients get their lives back on track.

Attorney Tad Nelson - Board Certified in Criminal Law

*The Texas Board of Legal Specialization certifies attorneys in 20 specific areas of law; certification in any of these areas requires substantial demonstrated experience and skill, positive peer evaluations, ongoing legal education commitments and the passage of a rigorous test. Attorney Tad Nelson is Board Certified in Criminal Law.