Reader’s Question:

My friend was charged with DWI in Garland, Texas. Does that mean serving jail time? If convicted, what are the penalties he needs to face?

Molly

Garland, TX

If your friend happens to be a first-time DWI offender in Garland, Texas, he can face up to six months in jail, $2000 penalty and one year suspension of his driving license. Attending a 12 hour DWI Repeat Offender Program is also required.

For DWI offenders repeating it for the second-time, jail term increases to one-year and penalty doubles to $4000. The hours required to complete the DWI Repeat Offender Program also increases to 32 hours. Their driving license is going to be suspended for 24 months.

A provision has been recently proposed for a ten-year jail term and penalty of up to $10,000 if for third DWI offenders. Their driver’s license is also going to be suspended for 2 years.

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