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A Mesquite DWI is a Problem. We Solve Problems.
It’s not easy to go through being arrested for DWI in Mesquite. For one, it’s a very shaking experience. It’s also one that can be costly.
If someone is arrested with a BAC over .08%, they run the real risk of being arrested for DWI, and DWI is a crime with stiff penalties.
The state of Texas and Dallas County’s local government will ride down hard on DWI sentences, and that is why Michael & Associates works hard to help clients. The stakes are so high that it is a must for you to have someone by your side.
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DWI Arrests are Incredibly Costly
Just because Mesquite sees dozens of DWI arrests every month, you might mistakenly think that the price won’t be high if you lose your case.
Guess again.
The price you pay if convicted is high:
First offense:
- As fine of up to $2,000
- Between 3 and 180 days in jail
- Loss of driver’s license for up to a year
Second offense:
- As fine as high as $4,000
- Between one and twelve months in jail
- Loss of driver’s license for up to two years
Third offense:
- As much as a $10,000 fine
- From two to ten years in prison
- Loss of driver’s license for up to two years
- Felony on your record
The penalties only go up from here. If you are caught with an underage passenger or cause property damage, there are enhancements to your sentence if you are convicted.
Don’t Risk Your Future For One Mistake
That’s not the only price. If you are convicted your license may be revoked or suspended. You might see a hike in your insurance rates, and you also could lose your job.
It’s vital that you find professional help to navigate the process. Don’t try to do this by yourself.
You need an experienced legal representative to show you the ropes. t it alone. Be certain to go with a competent, experienced lawyer who knows the system in the area and gets results.
Michael & Associates Has Your Back
We have seen dozens of DWI cases each year over the past decade. We have nearly 500 cases under our belt at this point.
We will provide you with the custom, white-glove defense that we have become renowned for offering to our clients. We get results, while others promise results.
We can do things the bloated firms can’t. We can give you access to our partners, such as Ben Michael – our managing partner – and we will be there every step of the way to help guide you through the maze of a process the state can put you through.
Clients of Michael & Associates are promised the best help we can offer, no matter who they are. To us you are family. Fill out the online form right now to unlock your custom defense plan.
Frequently Asked Questions about DWI in Mesquite
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 provide 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, including Dallas. We are accepting new clients across the state, in all major metropolitan areas.
Just like any other city in Texas, anyone operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher can be charged with DWI in Mesquite. Your BAC is the number that represents the saturation level of alcohol in your system. Exactly how many drinks it requires to be at or above .08% is different for everyone. 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 Mesquite, 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 the officer is wearing a body camera, 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 the breathalyzer test, 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.