3rd Felony DWI Knocked Down to Misdemeanor Successful Case

May 29, 2025 – Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys

A third DWI arrest here in Texas usually means one thing: felony charge and a guaranteed jail sentence. But thanks to the smart defense strategy of attorney Jacob Blizzard, this client walked away with probation- and zero time behind bars.

The Situation

Our client had two prior DWIs and was hit with a third. That normally triggers felony status and mandatory jail. But Jacob Blizzard saw a way out.

Here’s what he focused on:

Old Charges: The previous DWIs were from years ago. Mr. Blizzard argued they shouldn’t weigh heavily on this new case.
Borderline BAC: The client’s blood alcohol level was jsut barely over the legal limit - not what you'd expect from a typical felony-level DWI. driving while intoxicated.

The Strategy

Mr. Blizzard got to work:

Pushed for a Misdemeanor: He made the case that this DWI didn’t deserve felony treatment—especially given how long ago the past offenses were.
Challenged the Severity: The borderline BAC played a huge role in proving this wasn’t an extreme case.
Negotiated Hard: Using those facts, Mr. Blizzard convinced the prosecutor to treat the charge like a first offense.

The Result

✅ Felony charge dropped
✅ Misdemeanor DWI
✅ One year of probation
❌ No jail time

That’s a huge win for the client, especially in a case where jail time is almost always is guaranteed.

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Why It Matters

Getting hit with a DWI here in Texas, especially if it’s not your first, can feel like game over. But it’s not.

With the right legal strategy, you can change the outcome. Mr. Blizzard’s experience, negotiation skills, and ability to spot the key details turned a bad situation into a manageable one.

If you’ve been charged with DWI in Texas, don’t roll the dice. Call Blizzard and Zimmerman Attorneys.

We don’t just take cases - we fight to win them.

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.