Collin County DWI Attorney

DWI FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions)

Will I go to prison or jail for a DWI conviction?

The punishment will vary depending upon the circumstances of your case and whether this is your first, second or subsequent offense.  By working with a defense lawyer and fighting your charges, you have the chance to avoid a conviction and therefore keep your freedom.

How can an attorney help me?

An attorney can help by initially assessing the situation to see how grave the matter is. Then, a Collin County DWI attorney can begin working to protect your rights and interests by challenging the prosecution’s case and evidence against you. This may include challenging field sobriety test results, breath or blood tests and more. An attorney’s representation would include presence during police questioning as well as at any and all court appearances, including trial.

Can a lawyer represent me at my ALR hearing as well?

Yes. Your lawyer can contact the Department of Public Safety to schedule your administrative license revocation hearing (ALR hearing) and can represent you at your hearing in order to help you reach a better outcome. Your driving privileges are extremely important, and a skilled lawyer’s representation at your hearing may help you keep them.

What are some penalties associated with a Texas DWI conviction?

Specific penalties may vary, but in general a defendant may expect to face: imprisonment, probation, community service, driver’s license suspension, fines, surcharges and more.

If I have a DWI conviction on my record, can this affect my ability to find employment?

It is highly probable that having a DWI conviction on your criminal record will mean that you may have difficulty finding employment. When a potential employer conducts a pre-employment background search, your DWI conviction will show up. This may or may not affect their desire to employ you. Many employers do not like to hire employees who have criminal records.

Contact Collin County DWI lawyer Deandra M. Grant today to discuss your DWI charges and how we can help you.