Charged with intoxication assault in South Texas? This third-degree felony carries up to 10 years in prison. Attorney Phillip Goff has 30+ years of specialized DWI defense experience.
Intoxication assault is a crime which needs no ill motive. Even a first-time DWI can turn into a felony when an accident causes serious bodily injury. Good, respectable people who have never been in trouble can suddenly find their lives forever altered. What may be a misdemeanor DWI in most situations can instantly become a felony based on the severity of injury caused in a crash.
If you have been charged, your future depends on choices you make now—especially your choice of attorney. Dedicate the time it takes to research your options before hiring your attorney. You will only have one chance at it. Take a deep breath and try to remain calm. You face your first deadline for action: requesting a hearing to challenge your accuser in court within 15 days after your arrest.
Prosecutors take intoxication assault cases especially seriously, often with pressure from injured victims and their families demanding accountability. You need a defense attorney who can handle that level of scrutiny.
Everyone sympathizes with people hurt by accused drunk drivers. Few take the time to consider what happens to the person accused of intoxication assault.
Frequently, the accused are seriously injured from the crash leading to their arrest. Head injuries can make a person appear intoxicated even when totally sober. Waking up in a hospital and being charged while in bed is not unusual.
Barely conscious people can be forced to make decisions affecting their cases—without help from a lawyer and without understanding anything happening. When they finally see a judge, they may learn they need to spend tens of thousands of dollars to be released from jail. Even if they can post bail, they must report to probation as if they were already convicted. Uncertainty about the entire process, fear of legal fees, and the daunting task of finding a lawyer up to the task adds further stress.
The 15-day ALR deadline is critical. You must request an Administrative License Revocation hearing within 15 days of your arrest to protect your driving privileges while your case is pending.
Request a Free ConsultationIntoxication assault is a third-degree felony under Texas Penal Code, Chapter 49, punishable by up to 10 years in prison—even for a first-time offender. If more than one victim is involved, consequences can be even worse.
Probation up to 10 years is possible, but 30 days in jail is a mandatory condition. Alcohol treatment programs could take away freedom for many months as well.
Other consequences include:
The state has the burden of proof and must prove all elements of the charge beyond a reasonable doubt. Potential legal battles include:
Defending people accused of intoxication assault is extremely serious work. For most people, it will be the most serious legal problem they ever face, as well as the largest threat to their freedom. A lawyer with specialized skills and deep understanding of all the issues is required.
All lawyers must know the law, but specialized knowledge is always best. Knowledge of blood testing and breath testing can mean the difference between winning and losing. Few lawyers have such knowledge. Finding an attorney with this expertise may be the only chance at a decent outcome. Choose carefully after exploring all your options, because your freedom and future are at stake.
Attorney Phillip W. Goff invites you to contact him during your search. He is especially qualified to help you through this difficult time.
Throughout his 30+ years of practice, he has been deeply involved in professional organizations dedicated to DWI defense. His credentials include:
Few DWI defense attorneys nationwide have achieved even one of these accomplishments. Mr. Goff has earned them all.
Compare multiple attorneys who practice in the South Texas county where you were arrested. You deserve the best possible defense.
Contact Attorney Phillip W. Goff today to discuss your case.
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