Felony DWI Knocked Down to Misdemeanor Case Study

DWI Felony reduced to mimsdemeanor charge

May 5, 2025 – Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys

Facing a third DWI charge in Texas usually means one thing: automatic felony and mandatory jail time. But thanks to the sharp legal strategy of Attorney Jacob Blizzard, one client got a second chance - and avoided jail altogether.

What Happened

Our client had two prior DWIs, and this third one meant he was staring down a felony charge with serious consequences. But Mr. Blizzard took a closer look and found two key points that changed everything:

The client’s previous DWIs were old
His blood alcohol content (BAC) was just barely over the legal limit

Using those facts, Mr. Blizzard built a case that convinced the prosecutor to treat this like a first-time offense - not a third.

Result

Instead of felony charges and jail time, the client walked away with:

✅ A reduced misdemeanor DWI
✅ One year of probation
❌ No jail time

This kind of outcome is rare for someone with multiple DWIs - and it happened because of smart legal work and relentless advocacy.

Why It Matters

Whether it’s your first mistake or you’ve been down this road before, the right defense can make a huge difference.

Mr. Blizzard knew how to work the system, highlight the details that mattered, and push for a result that kept this client’s life on track.

Services

First-Time DWI

Felony DWI

Areas of Practice

DWI Defense: We help clients fight DWI charges with strategies designed to minimize penalties and protect their future.
Criminal Defense: We defend against a broad range of charges, always focused on the client’s rights and best interests.

Attorney Jacob Blizzard is one of the few lawyers in Texas certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in both Criminal Law and Criminal Appeals. His results speak for themselves.

If you’re facing DWI or other criminal charges, contact Blizzard and Zimmerman today. Let us fight for your future.

Disclaimer

Attorney Jacob Blizzard works tirelessly to achieve the greatest possible results for each of our clients and their families. This is one of his successful results, settlements, and verdicts. Every case and client is unique and depends upon the individual facts and circumstances of each case. Clients may or may not obtain the same or similar results in each case.