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In Texas, a first DWI conviction is a Class B misdemeanor, with a jail sentence between 72 hours and six months and a fine of $2,000.00.

If you are facing your first misdemeanor offense and your case is in Williamson County, Texas, you should consider applying for the Pre-Trial Intervention Program if eligible, which results in the dismissal of the charge when successfully completed.

Too often I have heard from clients who were unable to gain employment in their desired field or even unable to rent an apartment because of a criminal record.

In Texas, burglary and criminal trespass offenses are serious matters and should be treated as such. While offenses in these categories may be similar, there are different punishment ranges involved.

In Texas, a first DWI conviction is a Class B misdemeanor, with a jail sentence between 72 hours and six months and a fine of $2,000.00.

Texas law states that a person under the age of 21 commits an offense of DUI (a Class C misdemeanor) if he or she operates a motor vehicle in a public place while having any detectable amount of alcohol in the minor’s system.