06/04/2026
What Factors Lead To An Aggravated DWI Charge In Texas?
There are certain factors that will cause a DWI to be prosecuted at a higher level of punishment in Texas.
If you are accused of driving while intoxicated with a child younger than 15 years of age in the car, even if it’s a first-time offense, that’s an automatic aggravated DWI and state jail felony charge.
If your blood alcohol content is greater than 0.15, that can increase the punishment range even for a first-time DWI, as well.
Learn more here: https://www.ladyjusticelegal.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-aggravated-dwi-charges-in-texas/