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DWI Defense Attorneys with Jail Sucks in Dallas, TX

November 18th, 2011 Comments off

When faced with a DWI charge, you can unsure of what to do next. A DWI is a very serious charge, and your rights should not be taken lightly or left in the hands of just anyone. Our reputable and reliable Dallas TX DWI defense attorneys at Jail Sucks can fight on your side to make sure all your rights are being protected and you are released in the quickest manner. After all, the state of Texas boasts some of the strictest penalties for DWI offenses, especially for repeat offenders. The website from the Texas Department of Transportation offers additional information on the sentences you can receive.

What Happens if You’re Stopped

If you’re stopped, be ready to show your driver license, proof of insurance and vehicle registration. If you refuse to take a blood or breath test, your driver license will be automatically suspended for 180 days.

Punishment for DWI varies depending on the number of convictions:

First Offense

  • A fine of up to $2,000
  • Three days to 180 days in jail
  • Loss of driver license up to a year
  • Annual fee of $1,000 or $2,000 for three years to retain driver license

Second Offense*

  • A fine of up to $4,000
  • One month to a year in jail
  • Loss of driver license up to two years
  • Annual fee of $1,000, $1,500 or $2,000 for three years to retain driver license

Third Offense*

  • A $10,000 fine
  • Two to 10 years in prison
  • Loss of driver license up to two years
  • Annual fee of $1,000, $1,500, or $2,000 for three years to retain driver license

*After two or more DWI convictions in five years, you must install a special ignition switch that prevents your vehicle from being operated if you’ve been drinking.

When facing a DWI charge, it is critical to count on the expert assistance of a reliable defense lawyer in the area. Jail Sucks can provide you with just that. For additional information regarding DWI defense in Dallas and the surrounding area, give us a call at 214-524-5789 or contact us online today.

Remember Responsibility this Labor Day Weekend

August 31st, 2011 Comments off

Lewisville TX DUI With the upcoming Labor Day weekend, many are taking the three day weekend as a time to relax. While relaxation is key, it is also important to remember to be responsible throughout this holiday. Our reputable Lewisville TX defense lawyers at Jail Sucks are here to provide you with safety tips to keep in mind if you are drinking this holiday weekend, ensuring a responsible and relaxing long weekend.

In Texas, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has coordinated the “Drink. Drive. Go to Jail” program, which increases police presence this holiday weekend and offers a public information and education campaign. The program began on August 19th, and will run through September 5th, as police aim to curb potential drunk driving over the extended weekend. For those celebrating this holiday weekend, there are a few things to keep in mind.

If drinking, rely on a designated driver. A cab or bus service will also gladly pick you up, and these services are only a phone call away. Call a responsible friend or loved one to come and get you, and let someone know where you are. Do not try and get behind the wheel, and do not let one night of poor choices negate a lifetime of proper ones.

However, we here at Jail Sucks know that mistakes do happen, and should you find yourself charged with a DUI or DWI, we are here to help. We will work diligently to have you released as soon as possible. For more information about our bail bond attorneys, give us a call at 214-524-5789 or contact us online today.

Be Responsible During New Year’s Eve

December 30th, 2010 Comments off

DWI on New Year's EveAccording to the Associated Press, Texas state troopers will be prepared for those of you who plan on going out to celebrate the new year this weekend.

The Department of Public Safety recently said Texas state troopers will be focused on drivers who appear to be intoxicated, as well as those who are not wearing their seat belts during the New Year’s Eve rush. All available troopers will be on patrol from now until Jan. 3 (Sunday).

The plan is to decrease the DWI numbers in Texas during this time of year. Even though DPS troopers will be on patrol, make it your priority to be responsible on the road. We encourage all of you to enjoy the festivities but to not be a DWI statistic when it’s over.

If you do manage to get involved in an unfortunate situation, our expert attorneys in Dallas TX are here to provide legal assistance. Feel free to call our licensed criminal defense lawyers, or contact them online today.

Dallas DWI Arrest and Conviction Penalties

October 1st, 2010 Comments off
dallas-dwi-arrest-imageDid you know that according to the Texas Department of Transportation, Texas leads the nation in drunk driving crashes and fatalities?

 
At Jail Sucks, we love helping people obtain their freedom and protect their rights when they’ve made mistakes. But we’ve also found that the better informed you, the public, are about the penalties facing DWI offenders, the safer we can make Texas roads–and we love that even more.

Because of our state’s high rate of drunk driving collisions, the state legislature has enacted strict penalties for first-time and repeat offenders that you need to be aware of. At Jail Sucks you’ll have a licensed criminal defense lawyer and Dallas bail bondsmen fighting for you every step of the way, but be warned that it’s a tough fight to win (although we do win quite often) with the laws currently in place.

Following are the penalties faced by DWI and DUI offenders (click here to find out the difference between the two):

First Dallas DWI Conviction

  1. $2,000 maximum fine
  2. Up to six months behind bars
  3. Suspended driver’s license for up to a year
  4. $1,000 every year for three years to keep your driver’s license
Second Dallas DWI Conviction

  1. $2,000 maximum fine
  2. Up to six months behind bars
  3. Suspended driver’s license for up to a year
  4. $1,000 every year for three years to keep your driver’s license
Third Dallas DWI Conviction

  1. $10,000 maximum fine
  2. Two to ten years in prison
  3. Suspended driver’s license for up to two years
  4. $2,000 every year for three years to keep your driver’s license
If you have questions about the law regarding your DWI or DUI arrest, call us at 214-524-5789 to discuss your case with a licensed DWI lawyer.


The information on this website is intended for general information purposes only. It is not specific legal advice to be applied to individual cases or situations.