Q: my boyfriend was charged with two counts of burglary of a habitat while on probation for a dwi. what punishment will he
A: Burglary of a Habitation is a 2nd Degree Felony punishable by 2 to 20 years, but can be enhanced to a First Degree 5-99 years with one prior felony pen trip or to Habitual Offender 25-99/Life with two prior felony pen trips. Learn more about this offense here: http://versustexas.com/custom-home/practice-areas/criminal-cases/state-crimes/felonies/burglary/. A DWI First is punishable by 3-180 days in jail and up to a $2,000 fine. However, your boyfriends exposure of jail time on the DWI will depend up the term of probation he was serving at the time he was charged with his Burglary of a Habitation cases. No attorney can advise you on possible outcomes of your boyfriend's case without knowing all the facts. Your boyfriend is looking at serious jail time, but there is hope. Find an experienced criminal defense attorney in your area and meet with them for a free consultation today.
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