A person commits an offense if the person appears in a public place while intoxicated to the degree that the person may endanger the person or another.

A premises licensed or permitted under the Alcoholic Beverage Code is a public place.

It is a defense to prosecution that the alcohol or other substance was administered for therapeutic purposes and as a part of the person’s professional medical treatment by a licensed physician.

An offense under this section is a Class C misdemeanor.

An offense under this section committed by a person younger than 21 years of age is punishable in the same manner as if the minor committed an offense.

If you or someone you know is being charged with a crime such as drug possession, DWI, family violence, etc., and need someone to represent you, please contact the Law Office of Hector Gonzelez III at (512) 222-4140 for a free consultation.

Law Offices of Hector Gonzalez III - 512-501-2344
700 Lavaca St Suite 1400, Austin Texas 78701