Keller, Texas DWI Defense Attorney

Experienced Lawyer Defending Against Drunk Driving Charges in Keller, TX

If you have been arrested on suspicion of driving while drunk or high in Texas, you could face serious penalties in a court of law. You have a right to legal representation from a lawyer with experience handling charges of driving while intoxicated (DWI). A Keller DWI defense attorney can protect you from harsh prosecution and advocate for your best interests.

At The Dameron Law Firm, we know how to effectively fight drunk driving charges. Attorney Craig Dameron has represented clients in DWI cases for over 20 years, and he uses his deep insights into the law to aggressively push for favorable outcomes in the courtroom.

Understanding DWI Charges

In Texas, you can be formally charged with driving while intoxicated if your blood alcohol content (BAC) is measured at .08 percent or higher after being detained. However, this is not a strict requirement. You can still face DWI charges if you are judged to be impaired behind the wheel by law enforcement. If your BAC is significantly over the legal limit at .15 percent or more, you could face enhanced penalties.

If convicted of a first DWI, you will have to spend anywhere from three days to six months in jail, and your driver's license will be suspended for up to a year. Misdemeanor DWI offenses also come with heavy fines imposed by the court, with a possible $2,000 fine for a first conviction. To avoid the worst of these penalties, it is crucial that you work with a DWI defense attorney who can argue for reduced charges or an alternative sentence.

Felony DWI Charges

There are some cases in which driving while intoxicated may be charged as a felony. These aggravating circumstances include:

• A third or subsequent conviction of DWI
• If there was a minor passenger in the vehicle
• If you caused bodily injury or death to another person

When a drunk driving accident results in death, you could face charges of intoxication manslaughter, the most serious DWI offense. In Texas, intoxication manslaughter is prosecuted as a second-degree felony punishable by two to 20 years in prison. At The Dameron Law Firm, we will do everything we can to protect you from a felony DWI charge, exhausting every possible avenue for your defense.

Field Sobriety Tests

When a police officer administers a traffic stop and suspects that you have been drinking or using drugs, they may ask you to perform certain tests to gauge your level of intoxication. These field sobriety tests are meant to evaluate your ability to follow directions, keep your balance, or follow moving objects with your eyes.

The problem with field sobriety tests is that they are highly subjective. Furthermore, the tests are often administered in poor conditions that can skew the results. The main purpose these tests serve is to provide evidence for the prosecution in your case, so even if you perform "well" on these tests, the slightest mistake could still be used against you.

Fortunately, you can refuse a field sobriety test without any penalty. Refusing to take the test can give law enforcement less concrete evidence to work with. However, refusing may give the officer probable cause to arrest you, so you should weigh your options and be ready to call an attorney.

Meet With a Keller DWI Defense Lawyer Today

If you have been accused of driving while drunk or high in Keller, you should get in contact with a DWI defense attorney as soon as possible. At The Dameron Law Firm, we can help you determine the best strategy for addressing your charge, and Mr. Dameron will speak on your behalf in front of a judge. To schedule a free consultation, contact us online or call our offices at 817-222-0624.