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Arrested in Avery Ranch? Your case may go to Travis OR Williamson County depending on exactly where the arrest happened. The Hull Firm practices in both courts. Former prosecutor on staff. Over 930 dismissals or rejected cases since 2021. 24/7.

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Criminal Defense in Avery Ranch, Austin TX

Avery Ranch straddles the Travis and Williamson County line — which makes jurisdiction one of the first and most important questions in any Avery Ranch criminal case. The neighborhood sits in the 78717 zip code in northwest Austin, along SH-45 and Avery Ranch Boulevard near US-183. Portions of Avery Ranch fall in Travis County, with cases heard at the Travis County Courthouse in Austin. Other portions fall in Williamson County, with cases heard at the Williamson County Courthouse in Georgetown. The Hull Firm practices regularly in both courts.

The county line confusion is not academic — it determines which DA's office prosecutes your case, which judges handle it, and what the local prosecution posture looks like. The Williamson County DA's office has historically maintained a more aggressive prosecution posture than Travis County on DWI and drug cases. Knowing which courthouse your case is in on day one is the foundation of an effective defense strategy.

SH-45 through Avery Ranch and the US-183 corridor nearby are active enforcement zones for both APD, Williamson County Sheriff, and DPS Troopers. Avery Ranch is a high-growth master-planned community — the commuter population feeding onto SH-45 and US-183 each morning makes this corridor a consistent DWI enforcement target. I’ve been a criminal defense attorney in Austin for over 20 years and Allison Tisdale prosecuted cases in both Travis and Williamson County courts before coming to the defense side.

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Criminal Charges We Defend in Avery Ranch

These are the charge types that flow most commonly from Avery Ranch arrests into Travis County courts. Each has its own defense strategy and its own urgency.

DWI & DUI Defense

SH-45 and US-183 near Avery Ranch are active DWI enforcement corridors patrolled by both APD and Williamson County Sheriff. The county line means your DWI case could go to either Travis or Williamson County court — we identify the correct jurisdiction on the first call. Either way, the 15-day ALR window starts the day of arrest. Our DWI lawyers file the ALR request immediately.

DWI Defense → First-Time DWI → DUI Defense →

Assault & Family Violence

Both Travis and Williamson County prosecute family violence cases under no-drop prosecution policies. Charges proceed regardless of whether the complaining witness cooperates. A family violence conviction triggers a lifetime federal firearm prohibition. The jurisdiction determines which DA's Family Violence Unit handles your case — each operates differently, and we know both.

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Drug Charges

Drug stops along SH-45 and US-183 feed into both Travis and Williamson County courts depending on location. The Fourth Amendment analysis is the same regardless — was the stop legal, was the search legal? If either step was constitutionally defective, the evidence can be suppressed. The Hull Firm challenges traffic stop legality in both courts consistently.

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We also handle theft charges, probation violations, weapons charges, juvenile defense, and record expungement for Travis County clients.

Travis County Criminal Courts — What Avery Ranch Residents Need to Know

Every Avery Ranch arrest above a Class C misdemeanor feeds into Travis County courts in downtown Austin. That means the Travis County DA’s office, Travis County judges, and Travis County procedures. The court system handling your case is not generic — it has specific prosecutors assigned by charge type, specific docket management practices, and specific ways of evaluating and resolving cases at each charge level.

The Hull Firm has built a complete guide to Travis County criminal courts covering courthouse location, how the DA’s specialized units are organized, the arraignment and bond process, and how DWI, assault, and drug cases are handled in those specific courts.

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Avery Ranch Criminal Defense FAQ

The questions we hear most from Avery Ranch residents after an arrest in Austin.

Avery Ranch straddles both counties. The neighborhood spans the Travis-Williamson County line along the SH-45 corridor. Which county handles your case depends on the exact location of the arrest. The Hull Firm identifies the correct jurisdiction on the first call — it's the first question that determines courthouse, DA's office, and defense strategy.

SH-45 runs along the county line in this area. Arrests on the southern portion of SH-45 near Avery Ranch are typically Travis County. Arrests north of the county line go to Williamson County in Georgetown. The exact GPS coordinates of the stop determine jurisdiction. The Hull Firm confirms county on the first call.

Williamson County has historically maintained a more aggressive DWI prosecution posture than Travis County — higher plea offer starting points, less flexibility on diversion, and a prosecution culture built around conviction rates. Knowing which county your case is in matters significantly to strategy and expected outcome. The Hull Firm practices regularly in both courts.

A DWI arrest in Texas triggers an Administrative License Revocation process separate from the criminal case. You have 15 days from the date of arrest to request a hearing. Miss that deadline and your license is automatically suspended regardless of the criminal case outcome. The Hull Firm files the ALR request the day you retain us — in whichever county your case falls.

Yes. Highway DWI stops on SH-45 and US-183 require a legally sufficient basis — lane deviation, equipment violation, or observed erratic driving. If the stop wasn't legally justified, everything that follows can be suppressed. Field sobriety tests also have specific administration requirements. The Hull Firm evaluates all of these during the free initial consultation.

Yes. Both Travis and Williamson County prosecute family violence cases under no-drop policies — charges proceed even when the complaining witness recants. In Williamson County the prosecution posture on family violence has historically been among the most aggressive in the Austin metro. Early intervention before the DA's position hardens is critical.

A family violence finding triggers a lifetime federal firearm prohibition under 18 U.S.C. §922(g)(9). It cannot be expunged in Texas. It affects every background check permanently and has direct consequences for employment, housing, professional licensing, child custody, and gun ownership rights.

Magistration occurs within 24 hours of arrest. The magistrate sets bond conditions — cash bond, PR bond, alcohol monitoring, GPS monitoring, and no-contact orders in family violence cases. In Williamson County, bond amounts and conditions tend to be more conservative than Travis County. The Hull Firm seeks to attend magistration hearings when retained promptly to argue for appropriate conditions.

Yes — if the Fourth Amendment was violated. Most drug cases begin with a traffic stop that either had or didn't have a legal basis. The search that followed either stayed within its lawful scope or it didn't. Suppressing illegally obtained evidence can eliminate the prosecution's case. The Hull Firm files suppression motions in both Travis and Williamson County courts.

Deferred adjudication is a form of probation available in both Travis and Williamson County for qualifying offenses — not DWI or assault with a deadly weapon. Williamson County's access to deferred adjudication and diversion programs tends to be more restricted than Travis County. The Hull Firm evaluates eligibility during the free initial consultation based on the specific county, charge, and prior history.

Travis County misdemeanor cases typically resolve in a few months to over a year. Williamson County cases often move faster given the smaller docket — but faster movement doesn't mean more favorable outcomes. Having an attorney who knows both courts' docket rhythms is a practical advantage regardless of which county your case lands in.

Austin & Travis County Areas We Serve

The Hull Firm represents clients from every Austin neighborhood and Travis County community whose cases run through Travis County courts.

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What Our Clients Say

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“After two years, the case was dismissed and dropped. They made this whole ordeal easy, kept me in the loop, told me exactly what to expect. Mrs. Allison is such an amazing and sweet lady — the whole team. I see exactly why they received multiple awards for best law firm in the state.”

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“My case was dismissed. Mr. Hull was patient, attentive, and consistently communicative from start to finish. He explained every step and made sure I felt supported throughout. I highly recommend Mark Hull and The Hull Firm.”

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“These attorneys were responsive, intelligent, and relentless. I appreciated how they always had a plan and stayed one step ahead. If you’re facing criminal charges, you want them on your side.”

Facing Criminal Charges in Avery Ranch? Call The Hull Firm Now.

The Travis County DA’s office starts building its case the day of your arrest. The 15-day ALR window on DWI cases starts the same day. Every hour that passes affects the evidence available for your defense. Call our Austin criminal defense attorneys at 512-599-9999 — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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The information on this page is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is formed by reading this page. Contact The Hull Firm for a free, confidential consultation specific to your case.

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