Driver's License Surcharges
License Surcharges for DWI in Houston, TX
When a driver is convicted with DWI, he or she faces three years of driver’s license surcharges related to the drunk driving conviction. Many people are not aware that the state subjects individuals to these steep fines. If you have been charged with DWI, you need to know that you face jail time, probation and other punishments – and you also face three years of financial punishment for this crime. The surcharges added to your Texas driver’s license are of the following schedule:
- DWI – $1,000 annual fee
- Second DWI – $1,500 annual fee (in addition to the surcharge for the previous conviction if you are still paying)
- Any subsequent DWI – $2,000 annual fee (in addition to any surcharges for previous convictions that you are still paying)
- Any DWI in which your BAC was .16% or more - $2,000 annual fee
If you have been charged with drunk driving in Texas, it would benefit your case to speak with an experienced lawyer. With competent representation, you can fight your charges and maximize your chances of having your case dismissed.
Many people make the mistake of ignoring their DWI charge and thinking that it’s “no big deal.” If you are forced to spend time in jail, pay fines and lose your license – that is a pretty big deal that could change your life drastically. At the Martinez Law Firm, our
Houston DWI lawyers have devoted their practice to
DWI defense in Texas. We can help you no matter what your case entails. We know how difficult it can be to face criminal charges. We are here to assist you.
Houston DWI Defense Attorney
When you are looking for a DWI lawyer, you will want to know that your attorney has experience and is very familiar with DWI law in Texas. Our lawyers have been successfully handling DWI cases since 1999. Don’t risk having to pay thousands of dollars in fines. We can help you!
Contact a Houston DWI lawyer to discuss your DWI issue. We serve clients throughout Harris, Fort Bend, Galveston and Montgomery Counties in Texas.
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