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If you are keeping track, the offense of Driving While Intoxicated can fall into a number of different punishment ranges. First-time offenders are generally charged with a Class B misdemeanor; 2nd DWI offenders are generally charged with a Class A misdemeanor; 3rd DWI offenders, DWI with a child passenger, Intoxication Assault, and Intoxication Manslaughter round out felony offenses. There are also additional penalties and enhancements associated with DWIs.
ADDITIONAL PENALTIES AND ENHANCEMENTS (Houston DWI – Texas DWI)
| DWI – Open Container | DWI w/ Blood Alcohol Level (BAC) 0.15/+ | |
| Offense Level | Class B Misdemeanor | Class A Misdemeanor |
| Punishment Range | 6 days – 6 months in jail and/or up to a $2,000 fine. | 0 days – 1 year in jail and/or up to a $4,000 fine. |
| Probation Eligible | Yes | Yes |
| Interlock Required as a “Condition of Probation” | Yes, if under the age of 21 | Yes |
| License Suspension | 90-365 days but the suspension is stayed upon completion of the DWI education program (unless under the age of 21, than mandatory 1 yr. suspension). | 90-365 days but the suspension is stayed upon completion of the DWI education program (unless under the age of 21, than mandatory 1 yr. suspension). |
| Credit for Time Served | Yes, unless under 21 | Yes, unless under 21 |