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Are You Looking for the Best DWI Attorney for a First-Offense DWI?

If so, then we want to represent you. We understand that you may be facing one of the most serious and stressful situations of your life. A “drunk driving” arrest can bring swift consequences that affect your freedom, finances, and future. Even a first DWI exposes you to a permanent criminal record and lasting legal consequences.

A first DWI conviction, often classified as a Class B misdemeanor, carries penalties that extend beyond fines or jail time. A DWI offense can affect your driving privileges, insurance rates, and your ability to maintain or obtain employment.

If you’re been arrested for your first DWI, call our law office now for a free, confidential consultation.

Our law office focuses on protecting your rights and challenging the government’s evidence in every DWI case. A defense strategy built on careful review of every detail can make the difference. Don’t face the legal system alone. 

Do you need a DWI First attorney? Call our Dallas, TX law office today at (888) 239-9305 to discuss legal representation.

After you’re arrested, you will be arraigned, where a judge will read your charges and set a bond. You won’t go to court immediately. You should hire a DWI defense lawyer immediately after you’re released from jail. 

In court, the state will present evidence regarding your blood alcohol concentration in their efforts to enhance your possible jail time. Our law office will fight them every step of the way. 

Do not miss the deadline to request an administrative license revocation hearing with the Texas Department of Public Safety to contest your license suspension. You may have 15 days or less to request this hearing, which is critical for protecting both your driver’s license for building your DWI defense. You should have an experienced attorney make this request.

The hearing is separate from the criminal case, but the stakes are high because this is often our only opportunity to contest probable cause directly with the officer. A law office familiar with these proceedings knows how to request the hearing on time and how to challenge the state’s evidence.

The penalties for this type of charge reach far beyond the statute itself. Courts may order probation, fines, community service, or an ignition interlock device, all of which disrupt daily life. A law office can negotiate outcomes and limit exposure to the harshest punishments. Judges sometimes impose additional obligations, and without the guidance of experienced legal counsel, these requirements can overwhelm anyone facing charges.

Probation terms often include classes, such as a DWI education class, fees, and monitoring. In many cases, the court will require proof of compliance at every setting. A law office ensures deadlines are met, explains requirements, and helps avoid violations that could send someone back to court. With steady guidance and a clear legal strategy, a law office helps clients manage penalties while focusing on long-term defense goals.

Saputo Toufexis | Criminal Defense serves clients in the following Dallas County, Texas cities: Dallas, Garland, Irving, Mesquite, Richardson, Grand Prairie, Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Balch Springs, Duncanville, University Park, Highland Park, Cockrell Hill, Hutchins, Wilmer, Seagoville, and Addison.

Texas DWI First Attorney – Saputo Toufexis

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