San Antonio Felony DWI Lawyer

Aggressive Defense from Our Criminal Defense Attorneys

Being charged with a felony DWI is a very serious matter. Texas is known for having some of the most severe DWI penalties in the country. A conviction can rob you of many freedoms, including your ability to provide for your family. 

The Locke Law Group understands the fear and anxiety these allegations bring. We are here to help you navigate the legal process. Our team works hard to have your charges reduced or dismissed. Our attorneys have extensive experience with DUI cases, and we know what it takes to win in court.

Call (210) 361-3113 today to schedule a free consultation with our San Antonio DWI defense team today.

What Is Felony DWI?

A DWI is usually a misdemeanor. However, certain scenarios can elevate the crime to a felony.

Aggravating factors include:

• Three or more DWI charges 
• The DWI resulted in a serious injury or death
• At the time of the offense, there was a child under the age of 15 in the vehicle

In Texas, a third DWI is a third-degree felony. The penalties for a third-degree felony include a minimum of 2 years in state prison and a maximum of 10. You may also be required to pay up to $10,000 in fines and have your driver’s license suspended for up to two years. You will also be required to have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in your vehicle. This device requires you to blow into it to prove that you are sober before you can start your vehicle.

If you have two or more previous convictions for DWIs with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .15 or higher, you may be charged with a second-degree felony. The penalties for a second-degree felony include a minimum of 2 years in state prison and a maximum of 20. You may also be required to pay up to $10,000 in fines and lose your driver’s license for up to two years. Your vehicle will also need an IID device.

How Can The Locke Law Group Help Me?

Our team knows facing felony charges can be extremely overwhelming, and we are here to help. We provide you with the aggressive representation you need and deserve. Our team will fight tirelessly to help you achieve the best possible outcome in your case.

We will review every detail of your arrest and the events leading up to it. Our job is to determine if your rights were violated in any way. If so, we can work to have evidence suppressed or the case dismissed entirely. 

In the courtroom, we can present a strong defense strategy and represent you in all proceedings. You can rely on us to be by your side from start to finish, working to protect your rights and your future.

What Are the Defenses for Felony DWI?

Lack of Probable Cause

Police must have probable cause to pull you over and arrest you for DWI. In other words, they must have a reasonable belief that you committed a crime. If the officer did not have a good reason to stop your car, the evidence against you could be thrown out and the charges dropped. Our team can closely scrutinize the details of your case and look for any flaws in the authorities’ methods.

Inaccurate Breathalyzer Test

Breathalyzer tests are not always reliable, and outside circumstances can cause a false reading. For example, if you recently used mouthwash that contains alcohol, the breathalyzer could give an inaccurate reading. Some illnesses and medicines can also produce false positives. We can investigate your can and look for evidence of bad breathalyzer readings. If we find such evidence, the breathalyzer results could be thrown out, giving the prosecution much less to use against you.

Bad Field Sobriety Test

A poorly conducted field sobriety test often misleads officers, resulting in a false DWI arrest. Uneven terrain and poor instructions hinder accurate performance, and physical conditions such as fatigue or injuries also impact test results. We can review the details of such tests, looking for examples of bad methods.

These are just some of the strategies we can use in court. Our team can assess your case and help you choose the best defense for your situation.

For a free consultation with our felony DWI defense team, contact us online right away.