Fort Worth Drunk Driving Defense Attorney
Suspended or Revoked License? We Can Help.
Was your driver's license suspended for refusing or failing a breath test? You only have 15 days to request a hearing to save your driver's license from suspension. It is important to call an experienced attorney who will act quickly on your behalf. At the law offices of Kernan & Clark, P.C., we can advise you of the options and strategies available to minimize the long-term collateral consequences.
Don't Let Your License Get Revoked without a Fight.
Do not let your case be jeopardized by failing to act quickly. For a free initial consultation with our experienced drunk driving defense lawyers, contact our criminal defense law firm in Fort Worth or Weatherford.
Penalties on Your Driver's License
Texas laws provide strict penalties against individuals who have failed a breathalyzer test or have refused to submit to a breath test. In addition to facing criminal DWI/DUI charges, individuals who fail or refuse a breathalyzer test will automatically have their license suspended/revoked:
- Breath test failure: First offense DWI (in 10 years) will result in the individual's license being revoked for 90 days. Second or subsequent offense (in 10 years) will result in license suspension for 1 year.
- Breath test refusal: First offense refusal (in 10 years) will result in license suspension for 180 days. Second or subsequent offense will result in the license being revoked for 2 years.
Challenge License Suspension/Revocation
You have a right to challenge the suspension of your driver's license. However, you must move quickly to take advantage of this right. Your driving privileges are not handled during criminal proceedings involving your DWI arrest. In fact, your license will be automatically suspended unless you request a hearing within 15 days of your arrest. This hearing is called an administrative license revocation (ALR) proceeding.
Our drunk driving defense attorneys have the experience, skill and determination to provide clients with a vigorous defense at the administrative license revocation proceeding. We aggressively challenge the probable cause for the arrest and all other procedural matters surrounding the arrest.
Protect Your Rights. Preserve Your Driving Privileges.
In today's society, driving is an essential privilege that enables you to get to work, doctors' appointments, schools and many other necessary locations. It can be nearly impossible to function without your driving privileges. Protect yourself against a suspended or revoked license. Contact our drunk driving defense lawyers for a free initial consultation and thorough case evaluation.
