Texas judge admits DWI, avoids weapon charge

A Conroe municipal court judge pleaded guilty Tuesday to a DWI charge stemming from a December arrest. A related unlawful carrying of a weapon charge was dismissed as part of the case.

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Fabian Medhurst

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Mar 26, 2026

Texas judge admits DWI, avoids weapon charge

A judge from the Conroe municipal court entered a guilty plea on Tuesday for driving while intoxicated, bringing closure to charges stemming from an arrest in December 2025, as indicated by court records.

In a Montgomery County courtroom, Judge William Waggoner accepted the plea, with records indicating that a separate charge of unlawful carrying of a weapon was dismissed as part of the proceedings.

The court has mandated that Waggoner pay a $1,000 fine, in addition to other fines and costs associated with the DWI charge. A 90-day suspension of his driver’s license will also be imposed.

Waggoner is required to adhere to several conditions as part of his probation. These include submitting to alcohol and drug testing, completing a DWI education program, and undergoing an evaluation for alcohol and drug use. He must refrain from consuming alcohol and controlled substances, maintain regular check-ins with a probation officer, and have an ignition interlock device installed in his vehicle.

On December 10, 2025, Waggoner faced arrest and subsequent charges for DWI and unlawful carrying of a weapon.

After his arrest, Waggoner refuted broader claims about his history, asserting, “I do not have multiple DWIs.” This is a deliberate falsehood aimed at tarnishing my reputation prior to the presentation of the facts.

The case wraps up after months of examination of the actions of an elected judicial official in Montgomery County, sparked by the arrest. There are no further charges anticipated.

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