Denton DWI Lawyers

While it may first appear like a minor crime, a DUI or DWI (or “driving while intoxicated”) charge is serious and can carry lifelong ramifications that will affect your personal and professional reputation. Whether you’ve been arrested in a traffic stop along Fry Street or were pulled over after a night out with friends leaving the Denton Square, it is essential that you protect your rights by consulting an experienced Denton DWI lawyer.

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Why Work With VRBA Law?

At VRBA Law, we are proud to focus one hundred percent of our efforts on criminal defense. We know that those accused of DWI charges are typically not career criminals. Rather, they may have simply made a mistake or found themselves in the wrong place at the wrong time. We do what it takes to protect our clients from serious, sometimes life-altering, consequences, and we strive for the optimal results for our clients.

Rudy Glynn Vrba is a proud graduate of the University of North Texas and Thomas M. Cooley Law School. As a member of the Denton County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, attorney Rudy “Glynn” Vrba is here to protect your rights and handle every aspect of your criminal defense case.

We pride ourselves on our responsiveness, returning calls within 24 hours, and are highly accessible through call and text communication. We have a deep understanding of Denton area courts, police, and the legal systems involved in DWI cases. All Denton County DWI charges are handled at the Denton County Courts Building at 1450 East McKinney Street. We have years of experience handling cases in this courthouse and can now turn our attention to you.

Understanding DWI Charges in Texas

In Texas, it is illegal to drive while intoxicated by drugs and/or alcohol. However, these incidents still take place across the state every day. In fact, according to a recent study, Texas sees around 228.9 DWI arrests per 100,000 people.

If you have been arrested for driving while intoxicated in Denton, there are various charges you could face, including:

• Operating a motorized vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration level, or BAC, of 0.08% or higher
• Operating a motorized vehicle with any detectable alcohol for drivers who are under the legal drinking age of 21[1] 
• Operating a commercial vehicle, such as an 18-wheeler truck, with a BAC of 0.04% or higher
• You can be charged with a DWI if you are found in operation of a vehicle in a public place while intoxicated due to drugs or alcohol, regardless of your official BAC level.
• Operating any kind of watercraft while intoxicated by drugs and/or alcohol
• Intoxication Assault, if you have allegedly caused any person bodily injury while you were driving while intoxicated
• A state felony if you were driving while intoxicated with a child passenger under the age of 15 in your vehicle
• DWI and manslaughter charges could arise if your alleged act of driving under the influence causes an accident that results in the death of another individual. Every day, around 37 people are killed due to drunk driving in the U.S.

It is important to understand the exact nature of the DWI charge you are facing so that you and your attorney can better defend against it. While police officers work to keep dangerous drivers off the roadways, they can overstep their bounds and wrongfully arrest a driver. Whatever the circumstances of your DWI charge might be, the team at VRBA Law is here to defend [2] you.

Penalties of a Texas DWI Conviction

When you are charged with a DWI in Texas, knowing the penalties you could potentially face if convicted is essential. Oftentimes, clients will walk into our offices with questions like, “Will I need to serve jail time if convicted?” or, “Is it possible to seek probation instead of jail time?”. At VRBA Law, we want to answer those questions and provide you with the legal guidance necessary to avoid as many potential penalties as possible.

At VRBA Law, we believe that knowledge is power, and we focus on educating clients about the penalties they could face if convicted. Penalties often depend on the nature of the specific DWI charge, and they can include:

• First-time DWI. In Texas, this is considered a Class B misdemeanor, and if convicted, individuals can face anywhere from 72 hours to 180 days of confinement in a county jail. Fines will not exceed $2,000, and if the individual has never before been convicted of a felony charge, probation may be pursued[3] .
• First-time DWI with a BAC of 0.15 or higher. This charge is considered a Class A misdemeanor, and an individual could face up to 365 days of county jail time. Fines do not exceed $4,000, and probation may be an option. However, the installation of an Ignition Interlock Device will be required if placed on probation[4] .
• DWI with prior convictions. This is a Class A misdemeanor in Texas and is punishable with 30 to 365 days in county jail. Fines will not exceed $4,000, and probation may be possible. With probation, however, an Ignition Interlock Device will be required.
• Felony DWI with a child passenger under 15 years old. In Texas, this crime is considered a state jail felony, and you could face 180 days to two years of confinement. Fines will not exceed $10,000, and if you have never before been convicted of a felony, you could be afforded probation or a plea bargain.
• Felony DWI with two or more prior convictions. This is a third-degree felony in Texas, and you could face up to 10 years in confinement. Across the country, nearly 30% of DWI arrests involve repeat offenders.

Hire a DWI Lawyer Serving Denton County Residents Today

Being charged with a DWI in Denton County is an incredibly stressful and overwhelming time. However, this stress and confusion can be mitigated when you hire a DWI lawyer from VRBA Law. We can review your case and offer a solid plan of action to move forward in your defense. The impacts of a DWI conviction can be long-lasting and far-reaching. Make sure you have trusted legal representation in your corner.

Contact VRBA Law today to discuss the details of your DWI case and schedule a consultation with our experienced team.