Felony DWI Attorney in Houston
My firm, the Law Offices of Ned Barnett, provides an aggressive defense to clients charged with serious felony DWI offenses. While all DWI charges are serious, felony DWI cases are in a class by themselves. If you have been charged with a felony DWI there are special rules that apply that are harsher then misdemeanors. You are prosecuted in a different court. Your case will usually be handled by a more experienced prosecutor. If not handled properly you could end up serving a very long prison sentence. It is therefore imperative that you act swiftly.
Punishments for Felony DWI in Houston
A driving while intoxicated offense becomes a felony DWI if the accused has two prior DWI convictions, a DWI traffic accident caused serious bodily injuries or death, or a child under the age of 15 is the car at the time of the DWI arrest. Punishment for a felony DWI conviction can include:
- Up to 10 years in prison for a 3rd offense, or 20 years in prison if a death resulted
- Fines up to $10,000
- Probation and community service
- Driver's license suspension or revocation
- Alcohol awareness and rehabilitation programs
A good criminal defense attorney can challenge all evidence presented by the prosecution. Field sobriety tests are not particularly accurate and other areas to attack are the arresting officers' reports, arrest procedures, witness statements, forensics as well as any evidence the prosecution attempts to present to prove your guilt in court. For over 20 years attorney Ned Barnett has helped his clients successfully defend felony DWI cases. Make an appointment today for a consultation with me, a proven felony DWI defense lawyer.
Legal Defense for Felony DWIs
I, Attorney Ned Barnett, draw on the experience I gained from working for the prosecution when I accept a new case and I bring that unique understanding and experience to each and every case. Regardless of how daunting the situation may appear, providing competent professional and dedicated legal services is always the goal when defending clients against serious felony DWI allegations.
For legal assistance and guidance as to the steps to take following a felony DWI arrest, contact a Houston criminal defense attorney before making possible incriminating statements to the authorities. The prosecution may use any statements in the future against a defendant during criminal court proceedings. It is good to know that a trusted defense attorney who can get results inside and outside of the courtroom for clients is there during each and every step of the DWI process.
Contact a Houston felony DWI lawyer
for legal representation for a serious felony DWI charge.