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Costs of a DWI | Lewisville Attorneys

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What's most important when you hire a lawyer to fight your drunk-driving arrest? Experience? Of course. Past success? Yes. Cost? Absolutely.

Before you decide that a particular criminal defense attorney has inexpensive rates, however, consider the costs of a DWI conviction. Don't "plead out" to a DWI just because it seems to be the least expensive way of dealing with the problem. The real costs of a DWI conviction come after the guilty plea — and can be enormous.

At the Lewisville and Denton County law firm of Julian, Crowder & Shuster, P.C., we charge reasonable rates and have had significant success fighting DWI arrests. Send us an e-mail.

Compare our legal fees to the costs of a DWI conviction. Call 972.315.6222.

The costs of a DWI conviction can run as high as $8,000 - $10,000, and that's before you add attorneys' fees. Shouldn't you consider hiring a DWI defense lawyer who will fight your case all the way to trial if necessary, as a less expensive alternative that also gives you a strong chance of getting a positive result?

Here's the breakdown of the costs of a DWI and the DWI conviction consequences for your finances:

  • Fines (up to $2,000 for a first offense)
  • Court costs ($400 - $500)
  • Classes and counseling (up to $500)
  • Probation ($60 per month for two years)
  • Higher car insurance rates
  • Driver's license reinstatement fees ($125)
  • Driver's license surcharge ($1,000 per year for three years; $2,000 per year if your breath test result is higher than .15)

The driver's license surcharge is the biggest piece of the pie when considering the costs of a DWI. Most Texans don't know about the DWI driver's license surcharge law, but it is an unavoidable reality if you plead guilty or are convicted of a DWI.

The financial costs of a DWI should be a serious consideration. You should also consider the importance of keeping a DWI conviction off your criminal record.

The criminal defense attorneys at Julian, Crowder & Shuster are aggressive and energetic lawyers who understand what's at stake. Schedule a free case evaluation at our Lewisville, Denton County, law office. Call 972.315.6222 or send us an e-mail.

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