Felony DWI

In Texas, a DWI becomes a felony in several situations: a third DWI, DWI with a child passenger under 15, intoxication assault, or intoxication manslaughter. A third DWI is usually a third-degree felony. DWI with a child passenger is usually a state jail felony. Intoxication assault is usually a third-degree felony, and intoxication manslaughter is usually a second-degree felony.

Felony DWI charges carry much higher penalties than misdemeanor DWI charges. Depending on the allegation, the punishment can include 180 days to 2 years in state jail or 2 to 20 years in prison, along with fines of up to $10,000. A felony DWI can also lead to driver’s license suspension, ignition interlock requirements, probation conditions, and a permanent felony record.

Old DWI convictions can still be used to enhance a new case, so prior offenses often matter even if they happened years ago. In Dallas, a felony DWI case usually moves through the felony court system and may involve bond conditions, grand jury review, and district court proceedings. The prosecution still has to prove intoxication, the validity of prior convictions, and any injury or death allegations.

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