A Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) arrest in Travis or Williamson County is not merely a traffic citation—it is a criminal misdemeanor or felony charge carrying mandatory driver's license suspension, thousands of dollars in statutory surcharges, and potential incarceration.
From the exact calendar day of your arrest, you have precisely 15 days to request an Administrative License Revocation (ALR) hearing with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS).
If you fail to submit this formal legal request, your Texas driver's license will be automatically suspended on the 40th day after notice was served.
Key Strategic Takeaway
Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) must adhere to rigorous National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) protocols. Uneven pavement, footwear, and anxiety often render test results scientifically inaccurate.
Similarly, breathalyzers (Intoxilyzer 9000) and hospital blood draws are subject to strict maintenance logs and chain-of-custody rules. Any lapse can result in total suppression of chemical evidence.
Every legal scenario contains critical nuances. Schedule a confidential evaluation with our senior practice partners to protect your rights before formal filings.
Senior Associate, Trial Counsel at Sterling & Associates
Advising Texas corporations, high-net-worth families, and plaintiffs across Travis County and statewide federal jurisdictions.
Disclaimer: This article is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute formal legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship.
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