In Texas, drunk driving offenses can be prosecuted under a charge of DWI or driving while intoxicated if the concentration of alcohol in the driver’s body is higher than the established limit by law. Repeated offenses can lead to more serious penalties and eventually to a third degree felony.
DWI and DUI are separate charges in Texas and so are their penalties. If someone is found to be driving while intoxicated, he might be charged with the following:
 Probation
Heavy fines
Alcohol use monitoring
Jail sentences
Ignition interlock devices
Community service
Required prescription of anti-alcohol drugs
Loss of license
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