DWI

Average Cost of a Houston DWI

Published: Mar 10, 2025 in Criminal Defense, DUI, DWI

If you’ve been charged with DWI, you may already have had to pay bail and the vehicle impound fee. Unfortunately, these costs are minor compared to the fees you could potentially face if you are convicted. The reality is that you could wind up paying thousands of dollars as a result of your conviction, even if it’s a first-time offense. Don’t think that cooperating will get you a more lenient sentence and lower costs. The best thing you can do is contact an experienced Houston DWI attorney as soon as…

How To Handle a DWI in Harris County During the Pandemic

Published: Jun 22, 2021 in DWI

A DWI arrest can significantly impact your life. You may lose your driver’s license, and you may spend time in jail. It’s essential to take a DWI charge seriously. But things have become much more complicated during the pandemic. An expert Houston DWI Lawyer can help you navigate this tough situation. Concerns over Harris County criminal process easily and toward a favorable outcome. Contact The Law Offices of Ned Barnett. We understand the court system in Harris County and how the pandemic has changed the way your DWI will be…

Harris County DWI Classes – Know What You’re In For

Published: Nov 11, 2019 in DUI, DWI

If you don’t complete these classes your driver’s license could be revoked–along with your probation. You can take the classes online or at one of many education centers around Houston. Costing in the hundreds of dollars, DWI classes are yet another price to pay for a criminal conviction. At The Law Offices of Ned Barnett, we know the burdens of a DWI conviction. That’s why we take every step possible to obtain the dismissal or acquittal of our clients’ cases. In our experience, our ability to obtain favorable outcomes is…

Can Bartenders Be Charged in Houston DWI Cases

Published: Feb 20, 2019 in Criminal Defense, DWI

You may have read about the tragic accident that occurred in December when a drunk driver killed a 23-year-old woman. The driver, 19-year-old Erick Hernandez, had been drinking at a bar for approximately six hours, and the crash occurred within five minutes after he left. Hernandez has been charged with second-degree felony intoxicated manslaughter, and is facing up to 20 years in prison. In a somewhat surprising development, five of the bar’s employees are also facing criminal charges as a result of the accident. Criminal charges related to drunk driving…

Common Lab Mistakes in DWI Cases

Published: Oct 23, 2018 in Criminal Defense, DWI

When you find yourself charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI), you’re likely feeling nervous and worried about what your situation might lead to. Will you go to jail? What will happen to your driver’s license? Will you have to go to court? As these and other questions run through your mind, you should consider reaching out for help. A lot can happen from the point of your arrest through the end of a legal case, so it’s important to retain the counsel of a skilled Houston DWI attorney who knows…