Country Singer Randy Travis Charged with DWI After August Arrest

When high-profile individuals are arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI), they not only risk facing penalties from possible conviction, but they also place their image and reputations on the line. Word spreads quickly when a celebrity is arrested or charged for crime, creating a lot of negative attention that can potentially affect that person's career. One of the more recent stories of a star facing DWI charges involves country singer Randy Travis, who was finally charged with DWI in Texas five months after being arrested for the alleged offense.

An article by E! Online (Entertainment Television) provided an overview of the situation. The 53-year-old singer was just recently charged with one count of DWI following an Aug. 7 incident that occurred. According to the article, Mr. Travis had crashed his car and was found lying naked in the road, smelling like alcohol. Toxicology reports showed that the Mr. Travis had a blood alcohol concentration of 0.15% at the time of his arrest, which is nearly double the state's legal limit of 0.08%.

According to a CBS 11 News article, Grayson County District Attorney Joe Brown noted that charges came so late because of blood tests that need to be completed by both the prosecution and the defense. The singer received a Class A misdemeanor DWI charge, which can result in up to two years in jail and a fine of $4,000. The district attorney noted, however, that both sides have been negotiating a possible plea deal and plan on coming to a resolution soon, according to E! Online. In addition to his DWI charge, the singer was also under investigation for a possible felony retaliation charge for allegations that he threatened the officers who arrested him.

When a person is convicted of DWI, he or she can face very serious consequences, whether that person is a big-time celebrity or an everyday citizen. Regardless of the type of individual or the circumstances surrounding the case, it is best to work with a knowledgeable and experienced DWI attorney. The state of Texas is very tough on those accused of driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol, so it will be important to have a lawyer who can provide a strong line of defense against state prosecutors. While it can be possible to get charges dismissed or a defendant acquitted of the charges, it is sometimes in the defendant's best interests to negotiate with prosecutors for lesser charges.

By contacting my office, The Law Office of Troy P. Burleson, you can learn about which defense strategy is best suited for your case. I can help you work toward reducing or minimizing the negative consequences you are at risk of experiencing due to your DWI charges. Call today for a free case evaluation!