Brookshire, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer

Brookshire DWI & Criminal Defense Attorney

Located approximately 30 miles west of downtown Houston, Brookshire is one of the larger towns in Waller County. Named after a large landholder from the area, Brookshire was eventually incorporated in 1946. While there is little history of major crimes in the area, arrests occur regularly in town.

While Brookshire only has seven active police officers, arrests are commonplace. The number of violent crime arrests is limited in Brookshire compared to Houston, but other crime is more prevalent. Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is the charge that commonly leads to an arrest in Brookshire. These arrests can impact anyone across every race or demographic background.

Regardless of the alleged crime, you deserve the assistance of strong legal counsel following an arrest in Brookshire. For legal help you can count on, contact Attorney Doug Murphy right way. Doug Murphy is considered one of the top criminal defense lawyers in the Houston area. He is Board Certified in both DWI defense law and criminal defense law, and he has a track record of success in representing those accused of a crime in Brookshire.

If you have been arrested in Brookshire, it is crucial that you seek experienced legal counsel immediately. Any criminal charge can have serious consequences, but not every arrest has to result in a conviction. Your attorney could work to reduce your charges or have them dismissed completely. To discuss how an attorney might approach your defense strategy, call the Murphy & McKinney Law Firm, P.C. right away.

What Happens if I Am Arrested for DWI or Another Crime in Brookshire?

In most cases, law enforcement will transport you to the Waller County Jail following an arrest. This is the case whether you are arrested by the Brookshire police, the Waller County Sheriff, or the Department of Public Safety Highway Patrol. The county jail is located at:

Waller County Jail
701 Calvit Street
Hempstead, TX 77445

Following your arrival, you will be booked into jail. During processing, law enforcement will take your fingerprints. Once you are booked, you could be released on your own recognizance if the charges you face are minor. For more serious charges, you will likely remain behind bars until your arraignment.

The arraignment is the first formal hearing in your criminal case. At this hearing, you will face a judge who will consider bail. If bail is granted, you will have the opportunity to remain free pending trial—if you post bail. At your arraignment, you will also have the opportunity to enter a plea of guilty or not guilty.

Pleading guilty at your arraignment will never work in your favor. With a guilty plea, you waive your right to a trial and place yourself at the mercy of the court. However, if you plead not guilty, you will have the opportunity to consult with an attorney and build a defense.

What Is the Punishment for a Brookshire DWI Conviction?

A DWI conviction in Brookshire can impact your life significantly. However, the specific penalties you face will depend primarily on your criminal record. If it's your first DWI conviction, you will likely avoid additional jail time. However, multiple prior convictions often lead to severe penalties. For third and subsequent DWIs, you will face felony DWI charges. Upon conviction, you could spend years in prison in addition to hefty fines.

On top of the severe penalties prescribed by statute, there are many collateral consequences that come with a Brookshire DWI conviction. They include:

• Suspension or revocation of a professional license, e.g., pilot's license, nursing license, medical license, teaching license, real estate license, or CPA license
• Loss of security clearance
• Suspension or revocation of a commercial driver's license (CDL)
• Difficulty finding a job in the financial sector
• Difficulty finding good housing
• Difficulty traveling outside the country
• Difficulty with child custody
• Difficulty obtaining loans
• Difficulty getting into a higher educational institution
• Loss of the right to vote
• Loss of the right to own a firearm

While the consequences of a DWI conviction affect everyone, some professions in Brookshire are more likely than others to feel the effects. These include:

• Teachers
• Bankers
• Farmers
• Plant Workers
• Store clerks
• Physicians

Call a Brookshire Criminal Defense Lawyer Today

Following an arrest in Brookshire, there is no time to waste. The prosecutor in your case will begin preparing evidence against you immediately. To ensure that your rights are protected, contact the Murphy & McKinney Law Firm, P.C. at 713-229-8333 right away to schedule a free consultation.