A BWI is just as bad as a DWI. In fact, the penalties are exactly the same. Watercraft is defined under Texas Penal Code 49.01(4) as a “vessel, one or more water skis, an aquaplane, or another device used for transporting or carrying a person on water, other than a device propelled only by the… Read More
How Likely Is Jail Time for a First BWI?
Boating while intoxicated (BWI) is a Class B misdemeanor, according to Texas Penal Code Section 49.06. A first-time conviction for a BWI comes with the possibility of jail time, ranging from 72 hours to 6 months. The details of your situation will determine the outcome of a BWI charge, including the circumstances under which you… Read More
