When you get convicted of an OWI, the penalties are likely to be quite harsh. Get convicted of a third OWI, and you’re really going to have problems. This is why you must fight to keep these kinds of convictions off of your record. If you’re facing down a third conviction, you must talk to our Dallas County OWI lawyers. We want to help you find a way to defend yourself from these accusations.

Will I Lose My License After a Third OWI Conviction?

It’s certainly a possibility. It’s possible to lose your license after your first OWI conviction! So it should not be a surprise that many people who get convicted of a third OWI have to go without a driver’s license for a long time.

The likely punishment is a revocation of your driving privileges for up to six years. Do you want to pay for rideshares or be dependent on friends and family members for rides for that long? We doubt it.

What Other Penalties Are There for a Third OWI?

In addition to losing your license for up to six years, you could face many additional penalties for a third OWI conviction. You could even end up going to prison. Potential punishments include:

  • Fines of up to $9,375
  • A jail sentence of 30 days to five years
  • Mandatory participation in a substance abuse program
  • The installation of an ignition interlock device in your car

Can I Refuse Chemical Testing?

This is another good way to lose your license for an extended period of time. Refusing to cooperate with a chemical test will result in a revocation of your license. After the first refusal, you can lose your driver’s license for a year. Refuse a second time and that stretches to two years. We recommend that you settle on a different strategy aside from refusing BAC testing.

How Can I Defend Myself Against an OWI Charge?

You don’t want to lose your driver’s license for years, spend time in jail, or pay thousands of dollars in fines. This means figuring out a way to defend yourself and cast doubt on the prosecution’s case. Our defense attorneys can employ all kinds of strategies on your behalf. Depending on the circumstances of your case, we can claim that:

  • You have a medical condition that affected the BAC reading
  • The field sobriety test was not carried out properly
  • The breathalyzer device was not calibrated or used correctly
  • Your rights were violated, i.e. there was no probable cause for the initial traffic stop

Talk to an Experienced Lawyer

Do not try and face OWI charges alone, especially if you are looking at a third potential conviction. Contact Iowa Defenders, PLLC and schedule a consultation. We can take a look at your case and get right to work on a defensive strategy.