Where DWI cases are heard in Houston
Misdemeanor DWI cases in Houston are heard in the Harris County Criminal Courts at Law; felony DWI cases go to the district courts.
Your license deadline in Texas
Texas calls it DWI. To get an Administrative License Revocation (ALR) hearing, DPS must receive your written request no later than the 15th day after you receive notice of the suspension (Texas Transportation Code §524.031).
| Situation | Suspension |
|---|---|
| Failed test, adult, no alcohol/drug enforcement contact in the prior 10 years | 90 days |
| Failed test, adult, one or more contacts in the prior 10 years | 1 year |
| Failed test, minor with no prior listed conviction | 60 days |
| Refused the test, adult, first | 180 days |
| Refused the test with a prior contact in the past 10 years | 2 years |
Sources and details: Texas DWI guide.
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What to do this week
- Find your suspension notice and the date on it.
- Request the license hearing in time, or talk to a DWI attorney who can.
- Write down what happened and keep it private.
- Note your court date and don't miss it: it's on your citation or bond paperwork.
Areas we cover around Houston
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