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The cost of a DWI lawyer depends on the severity of the DWI charge. DWI cases range from Class B misdemeanors up to 1st Degree Felony charges. The amount of work to do on a case and the potential consequences to a person charged with DWI will (or should) determine the amount charged.

DWI Charge	Max Severity of Punishment	Lawyer Cost
Class B Misdemeanor	6 months jail	$3,000 and up
Class A Misdemeanor	1 year jail	$4,000 and up
State Jail Felony	2 years state jail	$6,000 and up
3rd Degree Felony	10 years prison	$8,000 and up
2nd Degree Felony	20 years prison	$10,000 and up
1st Degree Felony	life or 99 years prison	$12,000 and up

Probable Minimal DWI Lawyer Cost

This chart is a a very loose estimate of what a possibly qualified lawyer would charge as a very minimum. These minimum costs are what the very lowest I would consider charging but only in special circumstances. In most cases my fees will be higher to reflect the work and time needed to properly represent my clients. I have trained several years in defending DUI and DWI cases around Texas.

A lawyer who is not experienced in DWI defense should be upfront with the potential client. It is an ethical duty a lawyer owes to clients.

A DWI case can be complicated and have devastating consequences on a person. This is why it is very important to select a lawyer trained in defending these cases in a competent manner.

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