San Antonio DWI with a Child Passenger Attorney
Driving while impaired (DWI) with a child passenger in Texas is taken very seriously by the state government. According to Texas Penal Code § 49.045, it is considered a crime for an individual to operate a vehicle in a public place while intoxicated and with a passenger who is younger than 15 years of age.
If convicted of DWI with a child passenger, an individual faces up to two years in prison or a maximum fine of $10,000. Additionally, the court may require the offender to complete 240 hours of community service and install an ignition interlock device in their vehicle for up to one year. Furthermore, offenders are often mandated to attend drug or alcohol counseling, participate in substance abuse education or assessment courses, and attend DWI school. Lastly, offenders may receive a license suspension of up to two years.
FORMER VEHICULAR CRIMES PROSECUTOR
As a member of the District Attorney’s Vehicular Crimes Team, in the county with the most roadway fatalities in the State, Brad Thornton was regularly dispatched to the worst types of DWI cases involving serious bodily injury or death. His years of experience and training on the most serious types of intoxication charges allows him to protect your rights! When you are looking for a DWI Lawyer in San Antonio DWI attorney, Brad has the experience you need on your side.
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Collateral Consequences of DWI with a Child Passenger – CPS
DWI charges in Texas can cause more than the typical legal consequences; they also come with risks to those involved. Such is true when children are present, as prosecutors may file a report with Child Protection Services (CPS) if your child or children were in the car at the time of DWI charges. The potential ramifications that follow could be long-term and devastating—including removal into CPS custody should police fail to locate another family member right away.
The arrest of a parent carries serious ramifications: from potential removal of children into Child Protective Services custody, to interference with existing divorce or shared-custody agreements. It can be challenging for families who are already struggling through sensitive periods in their lives.
HAVE YOU BEEN ARRESTED FOR DWI?
You may only have 15 days until you Driver’s License is suspended
If you have been arrested for DWI, your license may be in jeopardy. In certain circumstances, you have just 15 days to request an administrative hearing with DPS to save your license. These hearings are highly technical and you need an experience attorney to request a hearing right away and begin the process to save your license.
SAVE YOUR LICENSE
Attorney Brad Thornton
Protect yourself and your future with the help of a Board Certified attorney. Whether you are facing San Antonio DWI charges that involve minors or any other state jail felony offense in Texas, securing experienced legal representation can be critical to protecting your livelihood – not to mention restoring peace of mind for all involved. Brad Thornton specializes providing comprehensive defense strategies for clients throughout South Texas who have been charged with driving-related offenses; his track record speaks volumes about how he will fight relentlessly on behalf of each client’s best interests. Don’t let one mistake ruin everything: contact Brad Thornton today!
