When it comes to intoxication in Texas, there are numerous laws and consequences to be made aware of, and they vary depending on certain circumstances.
First, anyone with a blood alcohol level at 0.08 or more is considered to be driving drunk. First-time offenders can expect to spend at least some time in jail and pay heavy fines or suffer a license suspension.
Repeat offenders will have a harder sentence. Second-time offenders can expect up to a two year suspension and 30 days in jail while third convictions can lead to incarceration.
Public intoxication is another alcohol-related offense in Texas. The penalty for public intoxication for a minor is to attend an alcohol awareness program while adult offenders usually have to pay a fine.
Talk to a criminal defense attorney to learn more about Texas laws concerning alcohol and drug possession.