DWI in a School Zone
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a very serious charge in Texas, and a person convicted of DWI could face legal penalties that affect the rest of his or her life. If a person is found to have been operating a vehicle while having a blood alcohol content level (BAC) over the legal limit of 0.08, that individual may be arrested and charged with DWI. If driving the vehicle in a school zone, however, the consequences could be even more severe.
If you or someone you know has been charged with DWI while driving in a school zone, it is important to immediately speak with a knowledgeable and skilled criminal defense lawyer about your case. Contact the experienced Houston DWI attorneys of Johnson, Johnson & Baer, P.C., by calling 713-222-0400 today to discuss your case.
Consequences of DWI
Penalties for violating the law in school zones are already usually stricter than violations in other areas. So having a DWI in a school zone automatically makes the possibility for a harsher legal consequence greater. Some of the possible consequences of DWI in a school zone include:
- Loss of license/suspension of driving privileges
- Court-ordered rehabilitation/alcohol awareness courses
- Mandatory electronic monitoring
- Heavy fines
- Jail time
All of these consequences can permanently affect your record, and therefore your ability to take advantage of future school or job opportunities.
Contact Us
If you or someone you know has been charged with DWI in a school zone, contact the experienced Houston DWI attorneys of Johnson, Johnson & Baer, P.C., at 713-222-0400 today.