The Conroe, TX DWI / DUI Lawyer that Cares
Charged with driving under the influence in Conroe? Talk to an attorney who can help.
What we’ll cover here
Get a Free Case Review
You only have a few days to request a license hearing before automatic suspension so get started today.
A Conroe DWI Can Cost You Big Time. Let Us Help.
Being arrested for a DWI is stressful and scary. You need to find help, fast.
Driving while intoxicated, or DWI, is a type of criminal offense where individuals drive a vehicle with a blood alcohol content, or BAC, above the legal limit. It is one of the more frequently committed crimes around Conroe.
Unfortunately, the Texas government and the Montgomery County court system are not on your side when it comes to DWI violations. That’s why you need a highly skilled and dedicated attorney to help you fight and hopefully beat these charges.
Testimonials
Meet your Conroe Defense Team
A DWI Is Costly and Stressful
People might assume that because DWI is so frequent in Conroe, the price you pay if you are convicted isn’t steep.
Guess again.
Here are the potential penalties for DWI convictions in Montgomery County:
First offense
- As high as a $2,000 fine
- Between 3 days and six months in jail
- Losing your driver’s license for a year
Second offense
- As high as a $4,000 fine
- Between one and 12 months in jail
- Losing your driving privileges for 2 years
Third+ offense
- As high as a $10,000 fine
- Between 2 and 10 years in prison
- Losing your driving privileges for 2 years
- Felony record
Child endangerment and DWI manslaughter are just a couple of the possible enhancement crimes that increase the sentences prosecutors will seek.
One Error Can Cost So Much If You Lose
In addition to the criminal penalties, a DWI can cause a number of serious negative consequences that can affect anyone, from insurance hikes to home rental background checks.
Finding the right lawyer is important, in large part because of the serious nature of a DWI charge.
If you were recently faced with a DWI, you definitely need to hire an experienced, qualified lawyer for yourself. It’s going to be the best thing for you, and you’re going to feel much better about the entire situation once everything is said and done.
Michael & Associates Will Fight For Your Rights
The team at Michael & Associates has been fighting DWI cases for nearly ten years. We’ve fought hundreds of DWI cases in and around Conroe, and in most of the ones we fight, we win a reduction in sentence or even an outright dismissal.
Our goal is to provide high-touch, white-glove DWI defense. Every one of our clients is special to us, so we fight to win the best possible outcome.
Unlike many large legal firms that treat their clients like a paycheck, our boutique firm treats you like a person. We are proud to offer the highest level of personalized, responsive service from our skilled, experienced team members.
With full transparency, we will make sure you understand our process and are comfortable every step of the way. You will be an active part of your own defense.
At Michael & Associates, you are in caring hands. Call or schedule a case review today, and we can get started on your customized defense strategy immediately.
More Frequently Asked Questions about DWI/DUI in Conroe
At Michael & Associates, we take pride in offering you the white-glove treatment and the best possible outcome.
There are so many lawyers in Texas who offer clients big promises but deliver scant results. These lawyers aren’t always worth what they charge. Do they give each case 100%? Usually, they don’t. They try to close a case quickly so they can move on to an easier one.
Ben Michael has a different philosophy. We only take on the cases we can handle personally. By limiting our caseload, we can provide that white-glove treatment to each client.
We give our clients Ben’s direct number. He is available at any time of the day to his clients. At other firms, you are lucky if you can leave a message and get a call back the next day. Usually, it takes days.
Ben is there to guide you through the entire process, from start to finish. We understand that our clients are facing one of the most difficult moments in their lives. At their lowest point, we can step in to help things get back on track. We fight for you.
Michael & Associates will accept felony and misdemeanor criminal cases of all types. We work on cases that include, but aren’t limited to, the following:
- DUI / DWI
- Possession of a Controlled Substance
- Assault & Battery
- Family Violence
- Domestic Abuse
We don’t practice:
- Traffic Law
- Family Law
- Immigration Law
- Civil Law
Our firm is licensed to practice law in every county in Texas. We are accepting new clients across the state, in all major metropolitan areas.
Just like any other city in Texas, when you are stopped in Conroe (or anywhere else in Montgomery County), anyone operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher can be charged with DWI. Your BAC is the number that represents the saturation level of alcohol in your system. Exactly how many drinks it takes to reach or exceed 0.08% varies from person to person. Your height, weight, and sex are all contributors. It mostly relies on how long it has been since you took a sip of alcohol.
In Conroe, it all comes down to whether or not you have any prior convictions.
First Offense
- A fine as high as $2,000
- Up to 6 months in jail, with 3 days mandatory
- Losing your license for a year
Second Offense
- A fine as high as $4,000
- From 30 to 365 days in jail
- Losing your license for as many as two years
Third Offense
- $10,000 fine
- 2 to 10 years in prison
- Losing your license for as many as two years
Additional penalties that might apply for having an underage passenger in the motor vehicle:
- Increased fines up to $10,000
- Up to two years in jail
- Six additional months of driver’s license suspension
The first thing you should keep in mind is that failure to stop for an officer will send you directly to prison. Do not run from the police. You will make things much worse for yourself, and you will not outrun them.
When the officer approaches the vehicle, make sure both of your hands are visible. The officer will ask for your paperwork and license. When you go to retrieve them, ask first and let the officer know where you are reaching. Always be as polite as possible.
The officer might also ask you if you know the reason they initiated the traffic stop. You should politely tell them you don’t know why you were stopped. They are looking to establish a reason for the stop and use that probable cause in court. Don’t remove that line of defense from your lawyer’s arsenal.
Keep in mind that you are on bodycam, so always be as respectful as possible. However, you have the right to refuse to take the breathalyzer and field sobriety tests. You will lose your license for a year if you refuse to take a breathalyzer, but if convicted of DWI, you would lose your license anyway. Your lawyer can help you fight for a good outcome in either case.
If the officer who initiated the stop thinks they notice any slurred speech, alcohol on your breath, or bloodshot eyes, you might be detained for suspicion of DWI. Once arrested, police will ask you to submit to a breathalyzer or blood test. Refusal means suspension of your license.
Officers can (and will) get a warrant to draw blood and force you to submit to the test, but obtaining the warrant will take some time. Once they’ve gotten the warrant, it’s in your best interest to let them draw the blood. Otherwise, they will do it by force, and it will not be pleasant. Never answer questions without a lawyer present, and ask to have a conversation with your lawyer as soon as possible.
Yes. You should always put up a vigorous defense against a DWI charge. This situation requires you to mount a swift and robust defense. You need a tough lawyer by your side.