Repeat DWI Offenders in Texas Face Harsher Penalties


Three recent DWI cases in Texas should serve as reminders a criminal conviction of two or more DWIs lead to more severe penalties with each subsequent conviction. When drivers continue to drink and driving, they not only racking up more DWI arrests and convictions., they could kill someone or kill themselves. At our firm, we rigorously defend drivers accused of driving while under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.

In Upshur County, a grand jury indicted a driver on his fifth 1st-degree Driving While Intoxicated criminal charge. He faced a life in jail sentenced to his DUI/Habitual offender charge. He served five years for his previous DWIs. Subsequent DWI convictions lead to additional time in prison.

A driver from Arkansas who had five prior DWI convictions was indicted two counts of murder after causing a fatal DWI accident in Texas. Two people tragically passed away in the collision. The man collided with a tree tragically killing his two passengers. He was arrested at the accident scene and was charged with murder.

One Texas driver with five prior DWI convictions was arrested after critically injuring a woman who fell out of his motor vehicle while he was running from the police. His DWI charge was enhanced to a third-degree felony.

Texas DWI Defense Attorney Alex Tyra – Trusted Support for Texas DWI Defendants

Whether you are accused of having committed your first DWI, a repeat offense DWI, a felony DWI, or something even more severe, you are likely very concerned about the penalties you are facing. A Texas DWI defense attorney is equipped to help you protect the people and things that matter most to you. Your attorney knows your rights and can help you understand them. They can also help you develop a strategy for resolving your Texas criminal law matter. Call Texas DWI Defense Attorney Alex Tyra, at (903) 753-7499, or fill out a contact form on our website.