Austin DWI Lawyer – Trusted Defense Attorneys for Drunk Driving Charges

You may be charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI Austin) if you are operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content of.08 or higher, or operating a motor vehicle without the presence of your mental or physical faculties. An arrest for DWI in Texas involves several factors that contribute to the arrest and prosecution of the case. This includes the fact that you can be arrested for a DWI even if you have consumed no alcohol or drugs. Section 49.01 of the Texas Penal Code defines intoxicated as not having the normal use of mental or physical faculties because of introducing alcohol, a controlled substance, a drug, a dangerous drug, a combination of two or more of those substances into the body; or having an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more. The State can request a toxicology report to examine the blood that was drawn. In short, if you have taken drugs but have not consumed alcohol, they can still charge you with a DWI.

Immediately after being arrested for DWI in Austin, Texas, many clients ask, “Is a DWI a felony in Texas?” The brief answer is yes; however, the arrest is simply the beginning of the process.

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In Texas, a DWI conviction carries serious, lasting consequences. While many people think DWI means simply driving after a few drinks, the legal implications go far deeper. DWI is defined under Texas law as operating a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated. This includes alcohol, drugs (even prescription drugs), or any substance that impairs your mental or physical faculties. The penalties for even a first-time offense can include jail time, steep fines, court costs, community service, a suspended license, and the installation of an ignition interlock device. Plus, a criminal record can affect employment, housing, insurance rates, and more. Don’t take the risk—get experienced help from a lawyer who knows how to navigate the courts in Travis County and beyond.

• Up to 180 days in jail
• License suspension (up to 1 year)
• Fines up to $2,000
• A permanent criminal record
• Mandatory alcohol education classes

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Your defense starts with a full investigation into the circumstances of your arrest. Were your constitutional rights violated? Was there a valid reason for the traffic stop? Did the officer follow protocol during the field sobriety test? These questions matter—and can lead to dropped charges or reduced penalties. We’ve helped countless clients avoid jail time, retain their licenses, and protect their futures. We bring in toxicology experts when needed, review police bodycam footage, and dissect every piece of evidence used against you. In many cases, we can suppress evidence or challenge the legitimacy of the BAC test.

• Challenging the legality of the stop
• Investigating improper field sobriety tests
• Disputing BAC testing equipment or lab errors
• Reviewing bodycam and dashcam footage
• Cross-examining arresting officers
• Negotiating with prosecutors for dismissals or reductions

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Who We Are

Founded in 2003, we are a highly-rated, award-winning DWI & Criminal Defense firm. The Hull Firm has represented thousands of businesses and individuals over the years in many types of civil and criminal litigation.

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