1st time DWI

The Reality of Jail Time for a First DWI A question we hear often is whether jail time on a first DWI is mandatory. The short answer is "not really," but the legal structure is more complex than it appears. Technically, any conviction results in a jail sentence. However, the court typically probates that sentence, meaning they place you on DWI probation instead of requiring immediate incarceration. Minimum Requirements for…