Are You Facing Felony DWI or DUI Charges? Bill Kennedy Law Can Help

In Texas, getting behind the wheel tends to be as easy as walking. Even for a quick trip to the grocery store or an easy drive to visit a friend, most people will just hop in the car. After having a few too many drinks, it can be easy for a person to lose track of their sobriety. It is so easy to access a vehicle that if that person is pulled over their life can change in an instant.

 

To acquire legal assistance for drunk driving charges, reach out to Bill Kennedy and his legal team at Bill Kennedy Law. We provide professional, aggressive legal defense, and will stop at nothing to confirm that the law enforcement officers involved acted in accordance with the proper procedures during their drunk driving investigation. Further, we will put in the work to try and get your charges dropped, or see that your sentence is at least significantly reduced. If you are facing felony DWI or DUI charges, please do not hesitate to call Bill Kennedy Law today.

Going Deeper into DWI and DUI

Drunk driving is a serious offense that can result in DUI (i.e., driving under the influence) or DWI (i.e., driving while intoxicated) charges. These charges sound very similar, but the difference really comes down to age. If over the age of 21, a person can be accused of a DWI, but if underage, they will more than likely be slapped with a DUI. Texas is a zero-tolerance state when it comes to underage drinking and driving and prosecutes even first-time drunk driving offenders. Texas residents have 15 days to challenge the suspension of their driver’s licenses, so time is of the essence in these cases.

 

Texas does not allow drivers to operate motor vehicles when their blood alcohol concentration, or BAC, is at .08 percent or higher. Several factors can affect a person’s BAC level, including gender, weight, and the rate at which they ingest drinks. A few drinks may not seem like a lot, but they do add up in a court of law. Therefore, it is imperative for any accused driver to have an expert legal team at their side to properly counsel and defend them.

 

What Are the Penalties of DWI and DUI?

The penalties of DWI and DUI charges are increasing drastically, and if you are facing either charge, you should contact a reputable attorney immediately. A DWI or DUI could mean losing your license permanently or facing jail time. For the first incident, for example, defendants can receive at least 72 hours of jail time as well as a fine of up to $2,000. Additional occurrences will result in heftier fines (up to $10,000) and longer prison sentences (up to 20 years).

Bill Kennedy and his team have the experience and the resourcefulness to successfully take felony DWI/DUI cases to court. As a highly trained team of DWI/DUI attorneys, we will ensure that accused individuals receive the respect and the legal counsel they deserve. Be sure to call us at (972) 939-4878 for legal help, and we will help you get through this stressful and potentially life-altering event.

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