Fighting for Victims
DWI/DUI
a DUI and a DWI Charge?
Why the Difference Matters
Severity of Charges
DWI charges typically carry harsher penalties, including higher fines, longer license suspensions, and possible jail time.
Defenses
Legal strategies may differ depending on whether the case involves an adult with a high BAC or a minor accused under zero-tolerance laws.
Penalties
A DUI for a minor may involve license suspension and alcohol education classes, while a DWI can result in significant criminal records and long-term consequences.
Your Advocate
Every injury case is unique—but in most situations, victims are entitled to compensation for both financial losses and emotional or physical suffering. At Ried Pecina Trial Lawyers, we take the time to understand the full scope of your damages—so nothing is left out when we fight for your recovery.
Below are common types of damages we help clients recover:
We’ll review every detail of your case
Including police reports, witness statements, and medical records.
We’ll handle communication
With the insurance company so you don’t have to.
We’ll prepare for trial
From day one, so they know we’re serious.
You’ll work directly with your attorney
Not just support staff.
What You May
Be Entitled To
Penalties for a DUI conviction can be severe and life-altering. Consequences often include:
- Heavy fines and court costs
- Jail or prison time, even for a first offense
- Suspension or revocation of a driver’s license
- Mandatory alcohol or drug education programs
- Installation of an ignition interlock device on your vehicle
We’ll walk you through each category and make sure nothing is left on the table.
See How We Can HelpWhy Your
Defense Matters
Texas prosecutors pursue DUI/DWI cases aggressively. But the state must follow strict rules when collecting evidence and proving intoxication. The best Brownsville DWI attorney or Harlingen DUI defense lawyer knows how to identify weaknesses in the state’s case, file motions to suppress evidence, and build a defense that protects your rights.
Exploring these defenses with an experienced Texas DUI/DWI attorney could mean the difference between jail time and dismissal — or between losing your license and keeping your future on track.