Felony DWI

Felony DWI Lawyers in Georgetown, TX

Felony DWI? Contact Our Defense Attorneys!

Facing a felony DWI charge in Texas can be a frightening and overwhelming experience, but you're not alone. Winters & Chidester is ready to stand with you, offering a deep understanding of the criminal justice system to support you through these trying times. With bilingual services (Spanish and English) and a customized approach to your defense, our dedicated team works tirelessly to advocate for your rights and pursue the best possible outcome for your case.

Our founding attorneys are former prosecutors who have the unique insight and understanding of how the “other side” thinks and works, which we leverage on behalf of our clients to build stronger, more effective DWI defense strategies. Felony DWI charges are serious, but we have the skill to help.

If you are facing felony DWI charges in Georgetown or Williamson County, Texas, call (512) 961-4555 or contact us online.

What Elements Make a Felony DWI?

A DWI charge can escalate to a felony in Texas under several circumstances. Typically, under the Texas Penal Code, a DWI may be charged as a felony if it's a repeat offense or if it involves aggravating factors such as carrying a minor passenger, or causing bodily injury or death.

Remember, even if this is your first DWI arrest, if there are aggravating factors, you may face felony charges.

Examples of felony DWI charges include:

Third Offense DWI
Driving While Intoxicated with Child Passenger
Intoxication Assault
Intoxication Manslaughter

What Are the Penalties for Felony DWI in Texas?

The penalties for felony DWI in Texas are severe. They can include hefty fines, license suspension, and extensive prison time. This is not to mention the long-term consequences on your life and reputation.

For example, on a felony third-offense DWI conviction penalties include:

Up to a $10,000 fine
Two (2) to 10 years imprisonment.
Up to a two-year (2) driver's license suspension

How Long Does a Felony DWI Remain on Your Record in Texas?

In Texas, a felony DWI conviction will likely remain on your permanent record. This can have long-lasting ramifications on your life, including employment, housing, and personal reputation. This can also impact future legal proceedings, such as future criminal cases or family law matters.

Steps to Take After a Felony DWI Arrest

If you're arrested for felony DWI in Georgetown, do your best to stay calm and composed. Exercise your right to remain silent and seek legal counsel immediately. Remember the decisions you make early on can impact the course of your case.

Upon arrest for suspected DWI, take the following steps immediately:

Remain Calm: Try to stay calm and composed; your behavior can affect your case.
Refuse Field Sobriety Tests: You can politely refuse field sobriety tests, which are not mandatory. However, there are consequences to refusing.
Do Not Resist Arrest: Comply with law enforcement officers without resisting.
Exercise Your Rights: Remember that you have the right to remain silent other than providing your identification.
Avoid Self-Incrimination: Do not discuss your case with anyone other than your attorney.
Contact a Georgetown felony DWI Attorney: Request to speak with an attorney as early as possible.

If you are facing a felony DWI conviction, working with an experienced lawyer is strongly encouraged. Your attorney can guide you in exploring all legal avenues you qualify for. This may include remedies like filing a petition for an order of nondisclosure of criminal history record information.

A Powerful Felony DWI Defense Team

At Winters & Chidester, we are committed to pursuing justice for our clients. By choosing us, you leverage the knowledge of former prosecutors, receive personalized representation, and a multipronged defense that places your needs at the forefront.

Our Georgetown felony DWI attorneys are known for their:

Extensive trial experience
Spanish-language services
Team-based honest approach
Commitment to client education

When facing felony DWI charges, you want a robust defense. Contact Winters & Chidester to learn how we can assist you with your case.

Real People. Real Wins.

Review Some of Our Results to See for Yourself What We’ve Worked to Achieve

As Georgetown criminal attorneys, we recognize the importance of what we do. Our goal is to help our clients face brighter futures, all while protecting their constitutional rights to the fullest. We couldn't be more proud of the people we've helped and the lives we've changed.

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Our client was accused of assaulting her boyfriend, but in reality, she was the one in danger. We got the case rejected.
Case Dismissed Theft Conviction
We recently represented 2 clients who were accused of theft. These clients were not citizens, so they could not accept a theft conviction. As a result, we were able to negotiate a deal for them to complete some upfront conditions in order to get their cases dismissed. We negotiated this deal before we were even set for our first court date. Their cases were dismissed.