In many cases, driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a misdemeanor in Texas. However, in certain instances, you can be charged with DWI as a felony. If convicted, you could face prison time, fines, and a suspension of your driver’s license. If that’s not bad enough, a felony conviction on your record can lead to problems securing employment, loans, and even housing.
A Keller Felony DWI attorney from the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg can fight these charges and give you the best possible chance of preserving your freedom. Our team has the experience and the skill to find weak points in the state’s case and combat them. Being arrested is not the same as getting convicted. Even if your situation feels hopeless, you have options.
Why Am I Facing a Felony DWI Charge in Keller?
Before explaining the benefits of partnering with our criminal defense team, we want you to understand the implications of a felony DWI and why the state may charge you with one.
If the police pull you over, and you have a blood alcohol concentration level of .08, they could charge you with a misdemeanor. However, there are some circumstances in which a DWI can be charged as a felony offense. Those circumstances include:
- You were arrested for a third DWI.
- There was a minor under 15 years old at the time of your arrest.
- You allegedly caused an accident in which someone was injured or passed away.
The consequences you face depend on many things, including your criminal record, the details of your arrest, and the extent of your alleged intoxication. Still, you deserve to know what you could experience. If convicted of a third DWI (which is, again, a felony), the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) notes that penalties could include:
- A fine of up to $10,000
- One month to a year in jail
- The loss of your driver’s license for up to two years
Felony DWI Convictions Have Long Consequences
The consequences of a felony DWI conviction do not end the day you walk out of prison and pay your fine. The conviction will remain on your criminal record permanently, meaning it could appear anytime you undergo a background check for housing, jobs, and other matters.
The stakes are incredibly high. This is why it’s so important to have a quality attorney representing you against these charges––and our Keller felony DWI lawyers are here for you.
What Can Our Keller Felony DWI Lawyers Do for You?
Our DWI lawyers take a proactive approach to your case. Our job is to find enough weak points in the state’s case to raise reasonable doubt in the minds of jurors. We may also try to convince the prosecution that the case isn’t worth trying.
We will do everything we can to defend you, including:
- Reviewing the circumstances of your arrest. The police need probable cause to pull you over. If we can prove the arresting officer didn’t have cause to pull you over, we can get any information they gathered dismissed.
- Challenging the state’s evidence. The equipment officers use (such as breathalyzers) to conduct DWI screenings is very sensitive. If it’s not in proper working order, it may register false positives or skew the results of your screening. We’ll look at the machine and the officer who conducted your test to make sure the test was properly administered. If it wasn’t, we can challenge that evidence.
- Managing your case’s paperwork and filing. There are a lot of significant dates and paperwork in a felony trial. Our attorneys will make sure to file any needed legal motions in a timely fashion and keep you aware of any important court appearances related to your case.
We Will Fight to Help Keep Your License
Aside from losing your freedom, the loss of your driver’s license is one of the most severe consequences of a felony DWI conviction. Without a license, you can’t go to work, pick up your kids from school, or even drive to the store for groceries. That’s why our DWI lawyers also fight for you to keep your driver’s license, as well.
After you’re arrested for felony DWI, the Texas Department of Public Safety (TxDPS) will initiate a process known as Administrative License Review. The organization will notify you by mail of its intent to suspend your license, and if you don’t request a hearing before the deadline on the notice, the TxDPS will suspend your driver’s license regardless of the trial verdict.
Our felony DWI lawyers will fight the criminal charges in court, and we will also fight for you at the ALR hearing. We will do everything we can to try to restore your driving privileges or at least get you approved to drive back and forth to work.
Our Lawyers in Keller Focus on DWI Felony Cases
When you’re facing something as serious as felony charges, it’s important to make your first shot your best shot. Once you’re convicted of a felony DWI, it will stay on your record forever. So, it makes sense to get a DWI lawyer who has experience with not just the criminal justice system, but felony cases.
The Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg meets both of those criteria. Attorney Randall B. Isenberg has spent 30 years working in the criminal justice system, including as a chief felony prosecutor and state district court judge. In addition to his experience as a prosecutor, the Texas Board of Legal Specialization has certified Attorney Isenberg in criminal defense. He’s a member of the National College of DUI Defense.
Attorney Isenberg and our entire team will leave no stone unturned in defending your case. We’re going to look out for your interests and fight for your rights at every stage of the process. You can count on us to be there for you and help guide you through this challenging time.
Talk to a Keller Felony DWI Attorney About Your Legal Options
If you have been arrested for felony DWI in Keller, you need to act fast. The TxDPS is already looking to suspend your driver’s license, and the district attorney will be hard at work trying to take your freedom. No matter how hopeless your situation seems, being charged doesn’t mean you’re guilty.
Talk to a felony DWI lawyer from the Law Offices of Randall B. Isenberg today. We offer no-obligation case reviews, and we are ready to fight for you. Our team will bring experience, passion, and commitment to the table in mounting the strongest defense possible against the charges you’re facing. Call us today to learn more.
