DWI Breath Testing

For first time offenders, penalties for a DWI conviction with a Breath or Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) less than 0.15 includes the possibility of a fine not to exceed $2,000 and/or a jail sentence from 3 days to 180 days, and a driver's license suspension of 90 days up to 1 year (Class B Misdemeanor).  However, if your BAC is 0.15 or higher, the fine can increase up to $4,000 and/or a jail sentence up to one year in County Jail (Class A Misdemeanor).

There's still hope for first-time offenders who are convicted of DWI:

For first time offenders with a BAC that ranges from 0.08 to 0.14 may apply to have the record "sealed" (also known as a "non-disclosure") two years after successful completion of their probation.  Your probation must include having an ignition interlock device (breathalyzer for your vehicle) for a minimum of 6 months.  Having your record "sealed" or the non-disclosure being granted, will restrict the public of your criminal record.  Call Chris for more information about this opportunity of having your DWI conviction "sealed".

For second-time offenders of DWI, penalties for a second conviction may include a fine not to exceed $4,000 and/or jail time from 30 days up to 1 year in County Jail. Lastly, this may also include a driver's license suspension ranging from 180 days up to 2 years.

For third DWI offense, you may receive a fine not to exceed $10,000 and/or a prison sentence of 2 to 10 years in state prison (not county jail), and a driver's license suspension ranging from 180 days up to 2 years.  Also, a felony conviction also disqualifies you from voting and possessing a firearm. Lastly, felony convictions are renown throughout the community as "career-killers" and one of the first inquiries by employers on job applications on whether you're a convicted felon or not.