Everyone needs to understand that a conviction will be on your record forever. There is no difference between pleading guilty and being found guilty by a jury. Guilty is Guilty.
If you are found guilty, either by a plea or by a jury, the following are the ranges of punishment you would face:
First DWI Conviction
Second DWI Conviction
Third (or More) DWI Conviction
Intoxication Assault – 3rd Degree Felony
Intoxication Manslaughter – 2nd Degree Felony