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Arrested for DWI? Trust Austin’s best DWI lawyers to protect your rights and secure the best outcome in your case. Trey Porter Law has 40+ years combined experience successfully defending DWI charges in Austin. Dismissal is the #1 goal in every case. The award-winning DWI lawyers at Trey Porter Law build personalized defense strategies, challenge evidence, and win cases. Results matter. Quality of life matters. Trey Porter Law fights to win.
We want to win your case. This means investigating and attacking evidence. Our defense is a powerful offense.
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It starts with a no-obligation consultation. Our experienced DWI team takes time to understand your situation, answer your questions, and outline potential defense strategies. Our award-winning attorneys have successfully resolved thousands of Texas DWI charges. Learn how our experience can work for you.
Our experienced DWI attorneys conduct a comprehensive investigation in every case. We meticulously review evidence of breath test and blood test data, police reports, body camera footage of field sobriety testing, and driving facts. Our team scrutinizes every detail to identify procedural errors and violations of your constitutional rights.
With a detailed investigation complete, we develop a powerful DWI defense strategy tailored to the facts of your case. Our experienced Austin DWI attorneys are relentless in working to suppress evidence in pursuit of DUI dismissals and reduced charges. The team at Trey Porter Law is with you every step of the way, fighting for your rights.
Bail is typically $1,500-$2,500 for DWI in Austin. Multiple factors impact bail. Bail bond companies charge a percentage for jail release. PR bonds are increasingly utilized in Austin for DUI cases. Most people arrested for DWI in Austin are processed at the Travis County Central Booking located at 509 W 11th St, Austin, TX 78701. The office phone number is 512-854-9770 and records are available online.
Yes. DWI charges can be dismissed and beaten in Austin. Powerful DWI defense strategies attack evidence, assert constitutional rights, and force the Government to meet its burden of proof. Every DWI charge should be challenged, no matter the facts of the case. You can’t win if you don’t fight. Learn how to beat a DWI charge in Texas.
Austin DWI charges can cost thousands of dollars. Factors include bail, ignition interlock devices, drug testing, fines up to $10,000 and court costs on top of that. Insurance rates go up with DWI. The biggest cost is legal representation. DWI convictions have devastating effects on employment and finances. Read More
Yes. Everyone arrested for DWI in Travis County, Texas is facing jail time. First-time DWI charges have a 1 year jail punishment depending on your BAC. The presence of children or serious bodily injuries can increase the charges and the range of jail incarceration for DUI. Read More
DWI is a Class B misdemeanor in Texas. First-time DWI consequences include thousands of dollars in fines and fees, 6 months in jail, and a driver’s license suspension. Austin Police have a DWI No Refusal Policy. If you don’t submit to a breath test, they will forcibly take your blood. DWI can be enhanced to a higher, more serious charge by factors like injuries, child passengers, and high BACs. Read More
Yes. Everyone arrested for DWI in Austin needs to hire a lawyer. DUI Attorneys can be the difference in a temporary inconvenience and a permanent criminal conviction. The likelihood of a DWI dismissal is vastly improved with experienced legal counsel. Learn what to do after your DWI charge to fight back.
Yes. DWI 2nd charges can be reduced and beaten in Austin. Powerful DUI defense strategies attack the Government’s evidence, challenging police officer credibility, blood and breath test accuracy, and field sobriety test administration. Compromised evidence can force the Government to reduce or dismiss DWI charges because they can no longer meet their burden of proof. Read More
DWI 3rd is an incredibly serious charge. Categorized as a Third Degree Felony in Texas law, if you are arrested for DWI 3rd in Austin you are facing 10 years in prison and life as a convicted felon. It is critical to contact an experienced Austin DWI lawyer immediately. Read More
Trey Porter Law's award-winning Austin DWI lawyers are ready to fight for you. Our office is adjacent to Zilker Park, located on South MoPac at Bee Cave Road (RM 2244), in the Barton Oaks Plaza at 901 S MoPac Expy Bldg. 1, Suite 300, Austin, TX 78746. Call us today at 512-201-4381 to schedule a free, confidential consultation or submit the form below and our criminal defense team will promptly reach out to you. Take control and start building your defense today.
Results matter. Our criminal defense team fights for DWI dismissals in Austin. We have a track record of success in Austin, Texas that’s been built one case at a time by challenging evidence, asserting our client’s right, and utilizing deep experience and dynamic advocacy.
Our Austin DWI lawyers have unparalleled experience and a deep understanding of Texas DWI laws. We’ve tried every type of DWI case, and our experience serves as the foundation for the powerful defense we provide our clients facing DUI in Austin.
Prosecutors have to prove DWI cases beyond a reasonable doubt. Our lawyers attack the evidence, working to get specific things excluded. Excluded evidence increases the likelihood of dismissal. Our aggressive approach attacks evidence and wins DWI cases.
We know Austin, Texas. We know the faces in the courthouse. Judges’ temperaments, prosecutors to work with, and those to avoid. How to make a request, and when to make that request, are all things we use to our clients’ advantage in Austin.
Our award-winning, powerful team of DWI lawyers have earned the respect of judges, prosecutors, and countless clients over the years. Voted by their peers as Best DWI Lawyers, our advocates have also been recognized by The National Trial Lawyers Association.
Everyone facing a DWI in Austin is facing jail time. Texas DWI penalties are some of the most severe in the nation, and the Travis County Attorney’s Office aggressively prosecutes DWI cases to the full extent allowed by Texas law.
Below are the 5 Consequence Categories for DWI in Austin:
Yes. Austin DWI arrests are reported to statewide and national databases. Though pending, these charges will almost instantly begin to show up on background checks for school, employment, and professional licensing. Read More
Insurance rates can increase by hundreds of dollars per year after a DWI arrest in Austin. The Department of Public Safety also takes suspension action on driver’s licenses following DWI arrests in Texas, causing additional costs. Read More
Yes. Deferred Adjudication is available in limited situations for DWI in Austin. DWI Deferred Adjudication requires successful completion of probation. As a condition, judges routinely require installation of an ignition interlock device. Read More
Yes. It is worth fighting a DWI charge. Exercising the constitutional rights of due process, counsel, and confrontation can measurably improve the end-result. The State often fails to meet the legal requirements of the burden of proof when challenged. Read More
Pleading guilty to a DWI charge in Austin will result in a permanent criminal conviction. A guilty plea also exposes you to the full range of punishment, including jail time. DWI convictions are permanent in Texas, and should rarely be voluntarily agreed to. Read More
DUI is a Class C misdemeanor, only applicable to minors in Texas. Minors can be charged with DWI in Austin, but adults cannot be charged with DUI. DWI is a Class B misdemeanor in Texas, but can be enhanced by certain factors. Read More
Yes – everyone charged with DWI and DUI in Texas faces an automatic driver’s license suspension. Requesting an ALR hearing with Texas is the only way to avoid and delay the suspension. Read More
DWI punishments vary widely in Austin. Case facts play a big role in determining punishment, but the biggest difference-maker is legal counsel. An experienced DWI lawyer is a person’s best chance at avoiding jail time and reducing consequences. Read More
Trey Porter has the most 5 Star AVVO client reviews among Austin’s DWI lawyers. Mr. Porter is a multi-year recipient of the AVVO People’s Choice Award, and has been recognized by Texas SuperLawyers, Forbes, and the National Trial Lawyers Association.
Arrested for DWI 1st in Austin? The team at Trey Porter Law brings 40+ years of combined experience, a deep knowledge of Texas DUI laws, and a strategic approach to every case – no matter the facts. If you’re facing a DWI first charge in Austin, you’re facing up to 1 year in jail and permanent criminal conviction. Contact Trey Porter Law to start building your defense today.
Charged with DWI 0.15+? The Austin DWI lawyers at Trey Porter Law have extensive experience in challenging blood and breath evidence in DWI cases. Pursuant to Texas DUI laws, people with a BAC of 0.15 or higher face increased penalties that are twice as serious just because of the BAC result. Our team works hard to remove and reduce these harsh DWI penalties.
DWI 2nd charge in Austin? Texas law requires jail as a punishment for DWI 2nd, even if the judge grants probation. The team at TPL are the Best DWI Lawyers in Austin for DWI 2nd charges. Our team has successfully defended thousands of DWI 2nd charges in Austin, keeping our clients out of jail and driving legally.
DWI 3rd charges in Austin are Third Degree Felony charges. The maximum penalty is 10 years in prison, and every person convicted becomes a lifelong felon. The stakes could not be higher. Trey Porter Law mounts a powerful, aggressive defense for clients facing DWI 3rd in Austin. No matter the facts, you can’t win if you don’t fight.
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I had the pleasure of being represented by Trey Porter Law. Attorney Joseph Strickland worked with me directly and was wit me at every court appearance and I couldn't be more satisfied with the outcome. From the outset, they set clear expectations on how they could help me avoid jail time for my DWI charge.
What truly stood out was their unwavering support throughout the entire process. They were always accessible, promptly addressing any questions I had. Ms. Aisley would answer my call and respond to my questions on the spot. This was especially crucial when my school and potential employers raised concerns about my pending charges. Joseph Strickland provided guidance on how to navigate these external challenges, showcasing their commitment to their clients beyond the courtroom.
Their professionalism, transparent communication, and dedication to my case made a significant impact, and I am grateful for the positive resolution they achieved. I highly recommend Trey Porter Law Firm for anyone in need of a skilled and supportive defense attorney and team.
After a search of attorneys in my area I sought out Trey Porter Law Firm, impressed by the detailed information provided on the website and resounding client endorsements. From the introductory phone call, direct meeting, subsequent calls/emails/texts, and throughout my court appearance and disposition, all dealings have been exceptional. Everyone on the team has been friendly and responsive, while still being highly professional. I also very much appreciate the proactive approach taken throughout my case.
Mr. Porter an amazing attorney, he help me get through my situation swiftly and professionally as well as save me time and money in the process. Working with Mr. Porter was a pleasure, he kept me well informed and updated throughout the whole process which made things so much easier for me to understand. Mr. Porter and his team took the stress out of stressful situation. Mr. Porter and his team was always easy to contact and return my phone calls and emails promptly. I cannot give enough praise to Mr. Porter and his team. I had another attorney in the beginning who wad basically going to railroad me. I would definitely recommend Mr. Trey Porter again and again. If you’re looking for a great attorney who is affordable and knowledgeable and will fight for you, Trey Porter is the attorney to choose. Definitely a five star attorney.
Trey and his staff are great and make sure to help you with all your questions to get through the process. Trey worked out the best outcome for my issue and got me an opportunity to get my charge expunged. Trey and his team made a negative experience end on a positive note. Truly recommend this law firm for your legal issues.
I would like to thank Trey Porter and his team regarding my DUI case. I truly could not have expected a better outcome regarding my case. This outcome only happened because of his expert knowledge and dedication to his profession. Trey really took time to explain every step of the process to me which really helped me make critical decisions on how to proceed. I am lucky to have come across his name and will only refer people to Mr. Porter regarding DUI offenses. Trey, I want to thank you publicly. Your expert handling of my D.U.I. got my case reduced to an outcome I was very pleased with. Nothing against my driving record, no loss of license and I’m positive this wouldn’t have turned out so well without you. Thanks for your hard work, empathy and responsiveness it really meant a lot to me.
We hired Trey Porter to assist us last year. From the initial consultation up to and including the court hearing, Trey had a straight forward approach to the situation at hand. He explained everything along the way and was available at any time to discuss/answer any questions we had either by phone/text/email. With his experience and professionalism, we obtained the best outcome possible. We would highly recommend Trey Porter with no hesitation whatsoever. Five stars is definitely not enough!
I highly recommend Trey Porter! He is very professional and attentive to each situation at hand. He does not beat around the bush. Straight forward and explains things very well. Easy to work with. Contacts you before you have to ever contact him. Detailed oriented. Driven to get you the best deal possible in your situation. Him and his staff were absolutely amazing for my situation. Thank you!
Trey is a phenomenal attorney that gets the job done right! He is dedicated to help his clients. He made himself available and answered all my concerns immediately! I had faith in him and he continued to prove his expertise by helping me. I highly recommend Trey Porter!!
Mr. Porter was exceptional! He answered all my questions, was thorough throughout my case. Really pushed to go above and beyond to get us the results we were needing. Excellent professional service and as a professional I can definitely say I recommend him.
100/100
Excellent experience with Mr Porter and TPL law offices. They fought for me and they won! I hired Mr Porter after an embarrassing incident. My license and employment were on the line.
The office had excellent communication and personal service — even through text message!
Totally recommend Trey Porter 100/100!
5 STAR!
I hired Mr. Porter to represent my son in a DUI case in Austin. I was worried a conviction would ruin his future. Mr. Porter and the whole office were friendly, thorough, and poised throughout. They respond to text and calls almost instantly.
We are just finishing the expunction process after the case was dismissed!!!
I am grateful to Mr. Porter and recommend him to one and all. Excellent from start to finish. Thank you Trey Porter Law!
Winning
I won with Attorney Trey Porter! Had a criminal DWI .15 charge in Austin, small accident, but no injuries. This was my first criminal charge of my life.
Mr. Porter was great to talk to — as was the entire office staff and other attorneys. Everyone was SO NICE!
9 long months passed and my charge was dismissed. No probation. No conviction.
This experience was well worth the money. I recommend Trey Porter, Attorney at Law.
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