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Intoxication Assault

What Is Intoxication Assault?

Intoxication assault is a charge that can be waged upon any individual that has unintentionally caused another person serious bodily harm while operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol and/or a controlled substance. “Serious bodily harm” is defined as any injury that is life-threatening, has caused permanent disfigurement, or has resulted in permanent physical impairment of some kind—and this type of harm must be proven in order to subject a defendant to the severe charge of intoxication assault. Intoxication assault is a third-degree felony.

The Consequences Of A Felony DWI

Since intoxication assault is considered to be a felony DWI, the penalties are much more severe than those of an ordinary DWI offense. Some of the penalties include the following:

  • 2-10 years imprisonment
  • $10,000 fine
  • Mandatory community service
  • Installation of an Ignition Interlock Device
  • Probation

Contact A Skilled Plano Intoxication Assault Lawyer Today

An intoxication assault is basically an assault that occurred while the accused was drunk driving, either in a car or on a watercraft or boat in most cases. That means that, if you got into a car accident while intoxicated and another person was injured, you can potentially be charged with this felony offense. This is a very serious charge. One should not proceed without the help of a skilled and aggressive defense lawyer. If you have been charged with intoxication assault, you need legal help. There may be factors in your case that could be addressed legally to help you minimize the possibility of conviction or time spent in prison. Without a review of your case and the evidence against you, it’s difficult to determine what could be done. The Zendeh Del Law Firm, PLLC, will do a case evaluation to help you find out your legal options. It is vital that you immediately call and talk to an attorney at the Zendeh Del Law Firm, PLLC, when you are facing felony charges of this type. Contact a Plano intoxication assault attorney at the Zendeh Del Law Firm for help!