DWI Survival Series

Surviving Your DWI in Travis County

Your Survival Guide to Surviving Your DWI Case

Overview

Austin is known for its live music, nightlife, and vibrant culture, but a DWI arrest in Travis County can bring all of that to a halt. Whether you were stopped on Sixth Street, along MoPac, I-35, or anywhere in the Austin area, you are now facing the Travis County court system. This book was written to help you navigate what comes next.

What You Will Learn

  • How DWI cases are processed through the Travis County courts in Austin
  • What to expect at your arraignment and first court appearances
  • The ALR hearing process and the 15-day deadline to request a hearing
  • Travis County-specific penalties, bond conditions, and ignition interlock requirements
  • How Austin's no-refusal weekends and holidays affect DWI enforcement and evidence
  • How to evaluate and choose a DWI attorney for your Travis County case

About the Authors

Deandra Grant

Deandra Grant

Lead Author & Attorney

Board-certified criminal defense attorney with decades of experience defending Texans in criminal court.

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Douglas Huff

Douglas Huff

Co-Author & Attorney

Criminal defense attorney at Deandra Grant Law, focused on protecting the futures of first-time offenders.

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