DWI with BAC (of 0.15 or More) in Texas
If you have been accused and charged for allegedly Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in the State of Texas, it is extremely important to seek the service of an experienced, trained, and knowledgeable legal team to employ a successful defense. Any charge of DWI in Texas is a very serious offense and can result in steep and severe punishment, penalties, and even collateral consequences which can last a very long period of time. Attorney Carl David Ceder is an aggressive and knowledgeable DWI Defense attorney with a wealth of experience and knowledge on how best to mount a successful defense. Any arrest for DWI can be embarrassing, frightening, confusing, and difficult to deal with for the citizen accused. A conviction for DWI can result in penalties that have both criminal and civil consequences in nature.
The Law Offices of Carl David Ceder takes an immense amount of pride in having a particular focus on intoxication-related criminal offenses, with a specific emphasis on charges of DWI. If you have been charged with any type of DWI offense anywhere in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, contact The Law Offices of Carl David Ceder for professional guidance and assistance. Attorney Carl David Ceder is highly trained and experienced in defending against every type of DWI charge, regardless of the facts or what it is classified as. Attorney Carl David Ceder is a knowledgeable Texas DWI Defense lawyer who will contest the allegations against you in a professional manner, and your case will be handled by a highly skilled, experienced and trained Texas DWI Defense attorney.
DWI – 1st offense (.15 or higher)
Texas enacted a law allowing for law enhanced penalties for those arrested for a DWI, and who allegedly had “BAC” (blood-alcohol concentration) of .15 or greater. According to Chapter 49.04 of the Texas Penal Code, a person commits the offense of DWI if they operate a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated. This offense is classified in Texas as a class B misdemeanor and has a range of punishment of not less than 72 hours confinement in a county jail, and no more than 180 days, and/or a fine not to exceed $2,000. However, Chapter 49.04(d) of the Texas Penal Code stipulates, provides for an enhances punishment range of a Class A misdemeanor (instead of a Class B misdemeanor) if “it is shown on the trial of an offense under this section that an analysis of a specimen of the persons blood, breath, or urine showed an alcohol concentration level of 0.15 or more at the time the analysis was performed”. The punishment range for a Class A misdemeanor offense under this section can range of up to one-year confinement in a county jail, and a fine not to exceed $4,000, or possibly a combination of both fine and confinement.
An individual found guilty and convicted of a DWI, where the BAC is alleged to have been greater than .15 at the time of the operation of the motor vehicle, it has very real and serious consequences that can result in possible jail time, steep fines, probation, community service, the loss of a driver’s license, and/or expensive DWP surcharge license fees. Any conviction for DWI is serious, and a conviction may very well hinder an individual’s future employment and education.
Texas DWI-1st (with a BAC of a .15 or greater)
Dallas-Fort Worth DWI Defense Attorney Carl David Ceder can help you manage and possibly prevent many of the negative ramifications associated with a conviction for DWI. Perhaps the most important thing one can do is consult with a capable and experienced DWI Defense Attorney the nature and facts of their case from the earliest possible time. Utilizing the service of an experienced and knowledgeable DWI Defense Attorney is a wise decision, in that it will no doubt increase your chances of successfully mounting a successful defense to get the best possible outcome.
Blood Alcohol Concentration – Texas DWI Law
An attorney experienced in studying and analyzing BAC (commonly referred to as blood alcohol concentration or blood alcohol content) measurements is crucial to having the ability to successfully defend any DWI case where a chemical specimen was obtained. Alcohol concentration and its level are defined under the Article 49.01(1) of the Texas Penal Code “as the number of grams of alcohol per 210 liters of breath, 100 milliliters of blood, or 67 milliliters of urine respectively.”
For reference purpose, a typical drink contains a 1.5 ounce shot of 80 proof liquor; an equivalent of 40% alcohol by volume, while a 12 ounce of beer with an equivalent of 4.5% alcohol by volume and a 5-ounce glass of wine is equivalent to 12% alcohol by volume.
Texas DWI Defense Attorney
If you’ve been arrested for DWI, an aggressive defense is your only option if you want to avoid a conviction and the possible associated penalties which can result. Attorney Carl David Ceder is committed to representing the citizen accused in all areas of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, and he has a fantastic track record of success in this complex, intricate and challenging area of the law, which is very much a niche practice. With our understanding of DWI laws in Texas, our knowledge and training for how both breath and blood testing is conducted, the training and knowledge to contest and cross-examine any arresting officer on the results of any standardized field sobriety tests, our commitment to staying up to date and always be apprised of current case law, vast experience in working in a variety of courts all around the State of Texas, Attorney Carl David Ceder has done everything possible in order to successfully defend any citizen accused of any charge relating to DWI. Our Dallas and Collin County DWI Defense practice has helped and assisted a great number of individuals charged and accused of all manners of DWI offenses, including those facing first-time DWI (whether it is a .15 or greater offense or not), as well as second DWI offenses, all manners of felony DWI charges, and those who are charged with the very serious offenses of both intoxication assault and intoxication manslaughter. We know that facing a charge of DWI can seem daunting and overwhelming – contact Attorney Carl David Ceder so his legal team can work for you.
Carl David Ceder – Texas DWI Defense Attorney
You will benefit in the following ways by utilizing our legal service team:
- Excellent Track Record of Success;
- Proven Ability to Obtain Results;
- Aggressive DWI Defense strategies;
- Membership in associations that focus solely on DWI Defense, such as being a “Founding Member” of the of the Driving Under The Influence Lawyer’s Association (DUIDLA), and the National College of DUI Defense (NCDD);
- Board Certification Specialist in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization;
- Carl has earned the American Chemical Society-Chemistry and Law (ACS-CHAL) Forensic Lawyer-Scientist designation, which is the highest form of scientific recognition available for lawyers. Carl has certificates in Forensic Chromatography: Theory & Practice, Forensic Analysis of Solid Drugs, and Forensic Principles of DUID issued by the American Chemical American Society (ACS) and through Axion Labs in Chicago;
- Certified NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Instructor (which means I am qualified to train police officers on how to conduct a proper DWI investigation);
- Certified Intoxilyzer 5000 Technician (which is the evidentiary Breath Testing device used by law enforcement in Texas);
- Advanced Training in Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus “HGN” Testing (the “eye” test);
- Advanced Drug Recognition Expert (“DRE” ) Training qualified through the “ARIDE” Program (Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement).
Dallas-Collin County Attorney – DWI offense (with a BAC of 0.15 or Greater)
Contact Attorney Carl David Ceder today to discuss the circumstances of your DWI with BAC measurement of 0.15 or more greater if you were arrested and possibly are facing criminal charges in any area of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, including Dallas, Plano, Collin County, Tarrant County, Fort Worth, Denton County, Rockwall County.
Attorney Carl David Ceder is an experienced DWI Defense Attorney who will thoroughly review the facts and use his knowledge of Texas DWI law and criminal legal procedure to help spot the weaknesses in the ability of the state to prove their case. Carl David Ceder is an aggressive and knowledgeable DWI Defense attorney with a wealth of experience and knowledge on how best to mount a successful defense. If you have been charged with any type of DWI offense anywhere in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, contact The Law Offices of Carl David Ceder for professional guidance and assistance.
Attorney Carl David Ceder is highly trained and experienced in defending against every type of DWI charge, regardless of the facts or what it is classified as. Attorney Carl David Ceder is a knowledgeable Texas DWI lawyer who will contest the allegations against you in a professional manner, and your case will be handled by a highly experienced and trained DWI Defense attorney. Call The Law Offices of Carl David Ceder You can contact The Law Offices of Carl David Ceder at any time for assistance at 214.702.CARL(2275) or at 469.2000.DWI(394).
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You can contact The Law Offices of Carl David Ceder anytime for assistance at 214.702.CARL(2275) or at 469.2000.DWI(394) if you have been arrested for DWI with a BAC of 0.15 or above. We will try and start to do everything possible to begin the process of defending your freedom and protecting your driving privileges. You can e-mail Carl directly, at [email protected]; or to the office for general inquiries at [email protected]. Phones are answered 24 hours a day/7 days a week for immediate and prompt assistance.
