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For a Texas DWI conviction is license suspension mandatory?
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For a Texas DWI conviction is license suspension mandatory?
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A Texas DWI conviction could result in your losing your driver’s license but this is not always the case.
There are a few ways that this consequence can be avoided. To begin with, if the charge is your first offense and you hire a lawyer, the lawyer should be able to get a plea bargain that will allow you to keep your driver’s license if you complete an alcohol education course or if you have an alcohol monitoring device installed on your vehicle.
Having a jury trial can also save your driver’s license. Although there are periods of suspension outlined even for first time offenders, if the jury finds you guilty but rules that you should be able to retain your license, then you get to keep them.
If, however, you are under the age of 21 and you are convicted, driver’s license suspension is automatic and mandatory.
For the best outcome, anyone facing a DWI in Texas should discuss her case with an attorney.
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