Being arrested for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) can be a frightening experience for anyone; it is important to know what you can expect throughout the DWI process so you can better prepare yourself for what’s coming.
With penalties including time in jail, thousands of dollars in fines and license surcharges, steep increases to your insurance rates and driver’s license suspension; you need to do everything possible to defend yourself against a conviction.
Get a free consultation for your DWI case at the Law Office of Ryan H. Deck. Call at (512) 337-6285 or contact online to speak with us today!
Understanding The DWI Process in Texas
Here is an outline of what occurs after an arrest for drunk driving:
You will be confined in jail for a minimum of 72 hours
At your arraignment, you will be asked whether you want to plead guilty or not guilty to the charge, and if you plead not guilty, the judge will set a date for your next court appearance
After your release from jail, you will have 15 days to request an Administrative License Revocation (ALR) hearing, where you can attempt to keep your license-otherwise; you will be subjected to an automatic suspension, with the possibility of obtaining an occupational driver’s license so you can travel to work
You may have several mandatory court appearances, such as pre-trial hearings, where the evidence in the case will be examined and the defense and prosecution can make motions to the judge
It is possible that you will be offered a plea bargain, where you will accept a guilty conviction in exchange for probation instead of the full sentence available
If you choose to fight the charges, your case will go to trial
When you have been arrested for DWI, you should speak with a hard-hitting Round Rock DWI attorney,Ryan H. Deck, who can guide you through the entire process.
Attorney & FounderRyan H. Deck
Ryan Deck grew up in Williamson County where he attended Round Rock High School. After graduation, he attended Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas. After receiving his undergraduate degree in Finance, he attended The University of Houston Law Center, graduating in 2003.
