Question 1

Will I automatically lose my license after a DWI arrest?

Accepted Answer

Not automatically, but the clock starts immediately. You have 15 days from the arrest date to request an ALR hearing. Miss that deadline and the suspension takes effect by default, separate from the criminal case itself.

Question 2

Do I have to take a breath or blood test?

Accepted Answer

Texas's implied consent law allows you to refuse, though refusal carries its own administrative consequences, and officers can often seek a warrant for a blood draw.

Question 3

Can a DWI actually be dismissed in Travis County?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Cases are frequently won or reduced by challenging the stop, the field sobriety testing, and the breath or blood evidence before trial is ever on the table.

Question 4

What's the difference between a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd DWI?

Accepted Answer

A first is generally a Class B misdemeanor. A second is a Class A misdemeanor with mandatory minimum jail time. A third is a third-degree felony punishable by 2 to 10 years in prison.

Question 5

How much does a DWI lawyer cost in Austin?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the charge level and whether the case is likely headed to trial. Call 512-827-7767 for a straight answer on your specific situation.

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