The Grand Prairie, TX DWI / DUI Lawyer Who Will Serve You
Have you recently been charged with a DWI in Grand Prairie, TX? Looking at enhanced charges? No matter the circumstances of your arrest, Michael & Associates will take your case.
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Facing DWI Charges in Grand Prairie and Worried? We’re By Your Side.
While being charged with a DWI is no fun whatsoever, it’s not the end of the world. Don’t worry, we’re here to help.
DWI stands for driving while intoxicated. You might have also heard of it as a DUI or driving under the influence. In the state of Texas, it’s when someone operates a car, truck, etc. with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or higher.
At Michael & Associates, we know that the Dallas County courts and the state take these charges seriously and are ready to drop the hammer on our clients. That’s why we put up the best defense in town.
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The Penalties for DWIs in Grand Prairie Can Be Severe
Many of our clients are shocked to find out that Grand Prairie has lots of DWI cases. You might be, but try to think of someone in your life that has at least had to go to court for one. You probably thought of someone.
Just because they’re common, though, doesn’t mean they’re any less serious.
Here are the possible penalties for DWI convictions:
1st DWI Offense:
- Up to a $2,000 fine by the county
- Between 3 and 180 days in jail
- Loss of driver’s license for up to a year
2nd DWI Offense:
- Up to a $4,000 fine by the county
- Between 1 and 12 months in jail
- Loss of driver’s license for up to two years
3rd+ DWI Offense:
- Up to a $10,000 fine by the county
- Between 2 and 10 years in prison
- Loss of driver’s license for up to two years
- A felony on your record
This doesn’t even address the serious enhanced charges that come with driving with a minor in the car.
Put Up a Fight – Get a Defense Team
Have you ever heard of how difficult it is for felons to assimilate back into society after prison? There’s a big stigma in the workplace for people with felony convictions, even when no one was harmed in the process. Third-time offenders face this threat. Even first-time offenders face the possibility of long-term license suspension.
Don’t give up without a fight.
Never try to tackle your DWI charge on your own. Get a strong legal defense team brought in to fight for you in court.
Michael & Associates Will Fight on Your Behalf
Michael & Associates has been around the block. Nearly ten years of fighting DWIs in Texas means we know what we’re doing.
Not only do we have years of experience, but we also have a winning record. The majority of our clients see their charges reduced or have their cases dismissed completely. Few other firms in town can offer that.
In addition to our excellent win record, we also offer some of the best service available at a law firm. We take pride in it. Our managing partner, Ben Michael, himself will be at your beck and call, because every client’s case is treated as if it were his own.
The other firms in town might have cheaper initial price tags, but they usually underperform when it comes to your court date, leading to even higher penalty fees. Don’t settle for less.
If you want to schedule a free case review with Michael & Associates, fill out the contact form on this page. We’ll be in touch shortly.
Frequently Asked Questions about DWI/DUI in Grand Prairie
At Michael & Associates, we take pride in offering you the white-glove treatment and the best outcome you can hope for.
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 just 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 offer that white-glove treatment to each client.
We give our clients Ben’s direct number. He is available 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 Michael is there to see you through the entire process, from beginning to end. We know that our clients are facing one of the worst 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 Grand Prairie, or anywhere else in Dallas or Tarrant Counties, 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.
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 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 the 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.