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Austin DWI Lawyer for Alcohol and Drug Charges

An Austin DWI charge may involve alcohol, marijuana, prescription medication, a controlled substance, or a combination of substances. Unlike an alcohol case based on a BAC of 0.08 or higher, a drug-related DWI generally depends on whether the prosecution can prove that a substance caused the driver to lose the normal use of mental or physical faculties.

The Hull Firm defends both alcohol- and drug-related DWI charges in Travis County. We examine the traffic stop, body-camera footage, field sobriety testing, blood-draw procedures, toxicology results, and any Drug Recognition Expert evaluation used by law enforcement. Call 512-599-9999 for a free, confidential case review.

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What Happens After a DWI Arrest in Austin

An Austin DWI attorney defends clients charged under Texas Penal Code §49.04 in Travis County courts. Two proceedings begin at arrest: the criminal case and the ALR license suspension process. Mark Hull has defended Austin DWI cases for 20+ years. Allison Tisdale is a former Travis County DWI prosecutor. Call 512-599-9999.

A DWI arrest in Austin starts two separate clocks at the same time. The criminal case moves through the courts, but a second proceeding, the Administrative License Revocation, runs independently on its own timeline.

If the officer handed you a DIC-25 notice at the scene, Texas generally allows 15 days to request an ALR hearing with the Texas Department of Public Safety. If a hearing is not requested in time, the suspension generally takes effect on the date stated in the notice. When representation includes the ALR proceeding, The Hull Firm acts promptly to request the hearing before the applicable deadline and to protect the client's opportunity to challenge an administrative license suspension.

The most common question after a first arrest: will I go to jail for a first DWI in Austin? A first-offense DWI can involve jail exposure, fines, driver's license consequences, increased insurance costs, and a lasting criminal record. The actual outcome depends on the facts of the case, the evidence, the charge level, and the final disposition.

The criminal case is heard at the Blackwell-Thurman Criminal Justice Center in Austin. Austin DWI cases are prosecuted by two different offices depending on charge level. The Travis County Attorney’s Office prosecutes Class B and Class A misdemeanor DWI: first and second offense. The Travis County District Attorney’s Office under DA José Garza handles felony DWI: third offense, DWI with a child passenger, and intoxication assault.

Years of regular practice in Travis County courts can provide valuable familiarity with the offices, procedures, and local practices that may affect how a DWI case moves through the system. Our Austin DWI lawyers appear in both offices regularly. Read the full guide on how Travis County courts handle DWI cases: which unit has your file and how they evaluate first-offense cases.

Your DWI defense often comes down to three questions: Was the traffic stop on I-35, MoPac, 6th Street, or wherever it happened legally justified? Do the field sobriety tests hold up under scrutiny? Does the BAC evidence, whether the Intoxilyzer 9000 breath test or the Travis County Medical Examiner blood draw, survive a technical challenge? Each of these issues should be evaluated to determine whether the facts, procedures, or evidence support a legal or evidentiary challenge in a particular Austin DWI case. Call 512-599-9999 today.

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DWI Case Results: Austin

When the Evidence Supports a Dismissal

A dismissal can be an important objective in a DWI defense, but the appropriate strategy depends on the evidence, procedural history, applicable law, and the client's circumstances. No attorney can guarantee a dismissal or any other particular result.

DWI 1st, Austin / APDDismissed
DWI Open Container, TravisDismissed
Felony DWI 3rd, Travis Co.Dismissed
DWI BAC 0.15+, AustinDismissed
DWI 2nd, Travis CountyDismissed
DWI, Travis Co.Reduced

Past results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its individual facts, evidence, and applicable law.

DWI Laws in Texas: What the Charge Actually Means

Texas Penal Code §49.04 governs DWI. Our Texas DWI laws page covers the charge levels and the ALR process in depth. Two definitions of intoxication apply to both alcohol and drug allegations. Deferred adjudication may be available in limited first-offense circumstances, but a conviction can otherwise carry lasting consequences and may be used to enhance a future DWI. Understanding what probable cause is required for a DWI stop in Texas is equally important: officers need reasonable suspicion to pull you over and separate probable cause to arrest. Whether either standard was met depends on the facts of the stop.

Definition 1: Per Se (BAC). You were intoxicated if your blood alcohol concentration was 0.08 or above while operating a motor vehicle in a public place. The prosecution attempts to prove this with a breath or blood test. The defense can examine whether the Intoxilyzer 9000 was properly maintained, whether the blood draw had an unbroken chain of custody through the Travis County ME’s lab, and whether the result actually reflects BAC at the time of driving versus the time of testing.

Definition 2: Impairment. A person may be considered intoxicated if the person does not have the normal use of mental or physical faculties because of alcohol, a controlled substance, a drug, a dangerous drug, a combination of substances, or another substance covered by Texas law. Drug-related DWI allegations may involve marijuana or THC, prescription medication, illegal drugs, over-the-counter medication, or drugs combined with alcohol. Unlike the 0.08 per-se standard for alcohol, Texas does not establish one equivalent numerical impairment threshold for marijuana or most other drugs. The prosecution must connect the substance evidence to an alleged loss of normal faculties while the person was operating the vehicle.

An important point for anyone facing a DWI: Deferred adjudication may be available in certain first-offense DWI cases under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 42A.102, but eligibility depends on the charge, BAC allegation, driving status, prior history, and other statutory factors. An attorney should evaluate the specific case. Because a DWI conviction carries lasting consequences, we pursue dismissal or acquittal where the evidence supports it.

ChargeLevelPenalty RangeProsecuted By
DWI: First OffensePenal Code §49.04, BAC ≥0.08 or impairedClass B Misd.72 hrs–180 days • $2,000 fineTravis County Attorney’s Office
DWI: First Offense BAC ≥0.15Penal Code §49.04(d), enhanced BACClass A Misd.Up to 1 yr • $4,000 • Mandatory IIDTravis County Attorney’s Office
DWI: Second OffensePenal Code §49.09(a), prior conviction requiredClass A Misd.30 days–1 yr (30 mandatory) • $4,000Travis County Attorney’s Office
DWI: Third Offense (Felony)Penal Code §49.09(b), two prior convictions3rd Degree Felony2–10 yrs TDCJ • $10,000Travis County DA, José Garza
DWI with Child PassengerPenal Code §49.045, child under 15 in vehicleState Jail Felony180 days–2 yrs • $10,000Travis County DA, José Garza
Intoxication AssaultPenal Code §49.07, serious bodily injury, I-35/MoPac crashes3rd Degree Felony2–10 yrs TDCJ • $10,000Travis County DA, José Garza
DUI: Under 21 / Zero ToleranceAlcoholic Beverage Code §106.041, any detectable alcoholClass C Misd.Fine • 60-day license suspensionTravis County Justice of the Peace

A final DWI conviction may carry an additional state traffic fine of $3,000, $4,500, or $6,000, depending on the circumstances; Texas law provides for a waiver when the court finds the person indigent. Under Penal Code §49.09, a prior DWI conviction can be used to enhance a later DWI charge, and Texas does not set a time limit on that use.

Drug DWI Charges in Austin, Texas

Texas does not limit DWI charges to alcohol. A person may be accused of DWI based on marijuana or THC, prescription medication, an illegal drug, over-the-counter medication, or a combination of drugs and alcohol.

Substances commonly alleged in drug-related DWI cases may include:

  • Marijuana and THC products
  • Benzodiazepines and anti-anxiety medication
  • Opioids and prescription pain medication
  • Sleep medication and sedatives
  • Stimulants, including amphetamines
  • Cocaine, methamphetamine, and other controlled substances
  • Over-the-counter medications that may cause drowsiness
  • Combinations of medication, drugs, and alcohol

A valid prescription does not automatically prevent a DWI charge. However, finding a drug in a person’s system is not necessarily the same as proving that the drug impaired that person while driving. Drug levels do not correspond to impairment as predictably as alcohol concentration, and some substances or metabolites may remain detectable after their impairing effects have ended.

Our Austin drug-DWI lawyers examine whether the prosecution can connect the toxicology result to actual impairment at the time the vehicle was operated. That analysis may include the traffic stop, recorded driving, field sobriety testing, officer observations, blood-draw procedures, laboratory records, prescription history, and any Drug Recognition Expert evaluation.

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The 15-Day ALR Hearing: Protecting Your License After an Austin DWI

A DWI arrest in Austin triggers a second, separate case: not against you, but against your driver license. The Administrative License Revocation process runs under Texas Transportation Code §524, on its own timeline, apart from the criminal charge. Texas generally allows 15 days from the arrest to request an ALR hearing with the Texas Department of Public Safety. If a hearing is not requested in time, the suspension generally takes effect on the date stated in the notice.

As your Austin DWI attorney, we act promptly to request the hearing before the applicable deadline. Our full guide explains how the Austin ALR hearing works: the civil standard, how officer testimony at the hearing may relate to the criminal case, and the occupational license option during a suspension. Call 512-599-9999 today.

Austin DWI Defense for a Wide Range of Charges and Issues

Each page covers a specific DWI issue in depth: the Texas law, the Austin-specific court details, and the defense considerations.

Class B Misd., Lasting Record

First-Time DWI Defense

Deferred adjudication may be available in certain first-offense DWI cases, but eligibility depends on the charge, BAC allegation, and other statutory factors. A conviction can carry lasting consequences, may have limited record-relief options, and can be used to enhance a future DWI. The Travis County Attorney’s Office Vehicular Crimes Unit prosecutes first offense. Why dismissal, when the evidence supports it, can best protect your record.

First-Time DWI Defense → Under 21, Zero Tolerance

DUI Lawyer Austin (Under 21)

Any detectable alcohol while driving under 21 is a Class C DUI in Texas. UT Austin, ACC, and St. Edward’s student cases. When DUI escalates to a full DWI charge and what a felony DUI lawyer Austin means.

DUI Defense Austin → Intoxilyzer 9000 & Blood Draw

BAC & Breath Test Defense

What is the legal BAC limit in Texas? For most adult drivers, 0.08. A DWI attorney can evaluate whether the breath or blood evidence, testing procedures, maintenance records, chain of custody, or other technical issues may support a challenge in the case.

BAC Defense →

Common question: what actually happens if you fail a breath or blood test in Texas? A number above 0.08 is evidence, and the test must still meet specific validity requirements to be admissible.

Conviction Consequences, Limited Relief

DWI Conviction Consequences

Full penalty breakdown: criminal sentence, a state traffic fine up to $6,000, license suspension, CDL impact, and limited record-relief options after conviction. Why The Hull Firm focuses on the strongest outcome the evidence supports, not damage control.

DWI Conviction Consequences → Class A Misd., Enhanced Exposure

Second-Offense DWI

A second DWI in Texas is a Class A misdemeanor: up to one year in jail, $4,000 fine, ignition interlock requirements, and a conviction that can enhance a future arrest. Deferred adjudication eligibility is limited and depends on the specific facts.

DWI Conviction → 3rd Offense / Intox. Assault

Texas DWI Laws & Charge Levels

A third DWI or intoxication assault in Texas is a felony. Third-offense DWI: 2–10 years TDCJ. Intoxication assault causing serious bodily injury: 2–10 years. These cases call for prompt, thorough defense.

Texas DWI Laws →

Austin DWI Courts: Travis County Specifics

Where your case goes in Travis County depends on the charge level. Knowing the court is the first step in understanding your defense options.

Misdemeanor DWI: Travis County Attorney

First and second offense DWI cases in Austin are prosecuted by the Travis County Attorney’s Office Vehicular Crimes Unit, located at 314 W 11th St. The unit handles Class B and Class A misdemeanor DWI cases through the County Courts at Law. They receive APD dashcam footage, Intoxilyzer 9000 records, and blood draw results from the Travis County Medical Examiner.

The unit evaluates cases for diversion eligibility, plea posture, and trial scheduling. Familiarity with how the office evaluates evidence can help inform defense strategy and negotiation.

Felony DWI: Travis County District Attorney

Third offense DWI, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter are prosecuted by the Travis County District Attorney’s Office at the Travis County Courthouse, 509 W 11th St. These cases go through Travis County District Courts and are handled by experienced felony prosecutors.

Early involvement before the grand jury stage can be important in a felony DWI case, because the negotiation posture may change once an indictment issues.

DWI Diversion Court: Travis County

Travis County operates a DWI Diversion Court for qualifying first-time offenders. Allison Tisdale served as the DA’s representative to the DWI Diversion Court as a former Travis County prosecutor, which gives her firsthand familiarity with its eligibility criteria, requirements, and how it may affect long-term record outcomes.

Diversion is available only in qualifying cases. Evaluation begins with the facts of the stop, the BAC result, and the client’s background. We evaluate diversion eligibility for qualifying first-offense cases.

What an Austin DWI Lawyer Actually Costs

The cost of hiring an experienced Austin DWI attorney is often smaller than the cost of a conviction: fines, state traffic fines, insurance increases, and a lasting record. The Hull Firm offers payment plans and a free initial consultation.

Why Hire The Hull Firm as Your Austin DWI Attorney

When comparing Austin DWI lawyers, useful factors to consider include relevant defense experience, prior prosecutorial experience, familiarity with Travis County courts, communication, and a documented history of handling DWI cases. The Hull Firm brings more than two decades of Austin criminal defense experience to its representation of people facing DWI charges.

Mark Hull has defended DWI and criminal cases in Austin and Central Texas for more than 20 years. Allison Tisdale prosecuted DWI cases before joining the defense. That experience gives her firsthand familiarity with how prosecutors evaluate DWI evidence, develop cases, and address issues involving traffic stops, field sobriety testing, chemical testing, and other evidence.

We have appeared regularly in the Austin courts for over 20 years. Since 2021, The Hull Firm has secured over 960 dismissals or rejected cases.

◆ 20+ Years Austin DWI Defense

Mark Hull has practiced criminal defense in Austin and Central Texas for more than 20 years, including extensive work involving DWI and related criminal charges in Travis County courts.

◆ Former Prosecutor on Staff

Allison Tisdale's prior prosecutorial experience provides firsthand perspective on how DWI cases are evaluated and prosecuted. The defense team uses that experience when reviewing police procedures, witness observations, testing evidence, and other issues that may affect the prosecution's case.

◆ 20+ Years in Austin Courts

Our attorneys regularly practice in Travis County courts and are familiar with the local procedures, court system, and practical steps involved in moving a DWI case through the Blackwell-Thurman Criminal Justice Center.

◆ 960+ Cases Dismissed or Rejected Since 2021

Read reviews from clients who have worked with The Hull Firm. Past results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its individual facts, evidence, and applicable law.

How to Choose the Best DWI Attorney in Austin

When choosing an Austin DWI attorney, consider the lawyer's relevant experience, familiarity with Travis County courts, approach to evaluating the evidence, communication, and ability to explain the available defense options.

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Austin DWI Lawyer FAQ: Questions People Ask Most

Answers to the questions people search after a DWI arrest in Austin, from our Austin DWI attorneys.

Hiring an Austin DWI attorney is strongly advisable. A DWI conviction in Texas can carry lasting consequences, may have limited record-relief options, and can be used to enhance a future DWI charge.

The Travis County Attorney’s Office handles these cases regularly with experienced prosecutors. An Austin DWI defense attorney who appears in these courts regularly understands local procedures, how these cases are evaluated, and how to navigate the ALR proceeding alongside the criminal case.

Texas DWI is governed by Penal Code §49.04. A person commits DWI by operating a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated. Texas defines intoxication two ways: (1) BAC of 0.08 or above, the per se standard, or (2) not having normal use of mental or physical faculties by reason of alcohol or drugs.

A first offense is generally a Class B misdemeanor. A second is a Class A misdemeanor. A third is a third-degree felony. Deferred adjudication may be available in certain first-offense cases under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 42A.102, but a plea can otherwise result in a conviction with lasting consequences.

Yes, a DWI case can be dismissed in some circumstances, including when evidence is suppressed, when the prosecution cannot prove an element of the offense, or when the prosecutor declines to proceed. Whether dismissal is possible depends on the facts and evidence in the individual case.

The traffic stop is a common starting point. Under Rodriguez v. United States (2015), a stop generally cannot be extended past its traffic purpose without independent reasonable suspicion. If a stop was not legally justified, evidence obtained from it may be subject to suppression. Call an Austin DWI defense attorney at 512-599-9999 as soon as possible after the arrest.

Timelines vary. Misdemeanor DWI cases often take several months, and felony DWI cases can take longer. Cases with suppression hearings or that go to trial generally take more time. The ALR proceeding with Texas DPS runs on a separate timeline. Your Austin DWI attorney can give you a realistic case timeline after reviewing the specific evidence, the court assignment, and the prosecutor’s file on your case.

When the officer issues a DIC-25 notice at an Austin DWI arrest, the Administrative License Revocation process begins. Texas generally allows 15 days from that date to request an ALR hearing with the Texas DPS. If a hearing is not requested in time, the suspension generally takes effect on the date stated in the notice. The exact deadline should be confirmed from the notice provided in the case. When representation includes the ALR proceeding, our Austin DWI attorneys act promptly to request the hearing before the applicable deadline.

The minimum jail range for a first DWI in Texas is 72 hours. If your BAC was 0.15 or above, you face a Class A misdemeanor with greater exposure. A first-offense DWI can involve jail exposure, fines, driver's license consequences, increased insurance costs, and a lasting criminal record. The actual outcome depends on the facts of the case, the evidence, the charge level, and the final disposition.

Where the evidence supports it, we work toward a dismissal or other outcome that protects your record.

Deferred adjudication may be available in certain first-offense DWI cases, but eligibility depends on the charge, BAC allegation, driving status, prior history, and other statutory factors under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 42A.102. Some high-BAC, CDL, enhanced, and other cases are excluded by statute.

An attorney should evaluate the specific case to determine eligibility. Because a DWI conviction carries lasting consequences, dismissal or acquittal, when available, can best protect your record.

DUI under Alcoholic Beverage Code §106.041 applies to drivers under 21; any detectable alcohol while driving can trigger the charge, with no 0.08 BAC threshold required. DWI under Penal Code §49.04 applies to drivers of any age: BAC of 0.08 or above, or loss of normal use of faculties.

A driver under 21 with a BAC at or above 0.08 can face an adult DWI charge, not just a DUI. Both can appear on a criminal record. DWI is generally more serious: it carries jail exposure, a possible state traffic fine, and enhancement of future DWI charges.

A DWI is generally more serious than a DUI in Texas. DUI under Alcoholic Beverage Code §106.041 is a Class C misdemeanor with a fine of up to $500 and no jail time. DWI under Penal Code §49.04 is generally at least a Class B misdemeanor with 72 hours to 180 days in jail, a record with limited deferred adjudication availability, a possible state traffic fine of up to $6,000, and enhancement of a future DWI charge.

Both can appear on background checks. The key distinction: DUI applies to drivers under 21 with any detectable alcohol. DWI applies to a driver with a BAC of 0.08 or above, or with loss of normal mental or physical faculties, regardless of age. A driver under 21 with a BAC of 0.08 or higher can face a full DWI, not a DUI.

In Travis County, the Travis County Attorney’s Office prosecutes misdemeanor DWI (first and second offense), while DA José Garza’s office handles felony DWI. In some Texas counties, a single office handles both.

Familiarity with how each office evaluates its DWI files can be valuable in an Austin DWI defense.

A DWI conviction in Texas does not automatically fall off your criminal record, and Texas does not set a time limit on using a prior DWI conviction to enhance a later DWI charge.

Some DWI records may qualify for an order of nondisclosure under limited circumstances, depending on the disposition, criminal history, facts of the offense, waiting period, and other statutory requirements. Expunction under Texas law generally requires dismissal, acquittal, or another qualifying disposition. This is why The Hull Firm evaluates each case for a possible dismissal.

A second DWI in Texas is a Class A misdemeanor carrying 30 days to one year in county jail, a fine up to $4,000, license suspension up to two years, and ignition interlock requirements.

Deferred adjudication eligibility for a second DWI is limited under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 42A.102 and depends on the specific facts and prior history. Early involvement by an experienced Austin DWI attorney can be important.

An Austin DWI attorney can handle both the criminal case and the Administrative License Revocation (ALR) proceeding, which has a request deadline of 15 days after arrest. On the criminal side, they evaluate the traffic stop for probable cause, review breath or blood test evidence, file motions where appropriate, and negotiate with the Travis County Attorney’s Office or prepare for trial.

On the ALR side, they can request the hearing with Texas DPS before the deadline, subpoena the arresting officer where appropriate, and contest the license suspension. Missing the ALR deadline can have separate consequences for your license.

Yes. Texas DWI law can apply to prescription and over-the-counter medication if the prosecution alleges that the medication caused a loss of normal mental or physical faculties while the person was operating a vehicle. Having a lawful prescription does not automatically resolve the case, but the State must still prove intoxication and connect it to the medication.

Texas uses a 0.08 per-se threshold for alcohol, but its DWI statute does not establish an equivalent numerical impairment threshold for marijuana or most other drugs. Drug-DWI cases generally focus on driving behavior, officer observations, field testing, toxicology, and whether the substance caused a loss of normal faculties.

Not by itself. A positive result may show that a drug or metabolite was present, but presence and impairment are different questions. The timing of consumption, specimen collection, type of substance, laboratory procedures, concentration, medical history, and observed behavior may all affect what the result proves.

Prosecutors may rely on dash-camera and body-camera footage, field sobriety testing, statements made during the stop, a Drug Recognition Expert evaluation, medication or substances found in the vehicle, and blood or urine toxicology. A defense attorney can evaluate each category of evidence and whether it reliably shows impairment while driving.

Austin DWI Attorney Resources

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Since 2021, The Hull Firm has secured over 960 dismissals or rejected cases. Past results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its individual facts, evidence, and applicable law.

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Arrested for an Alcohol- or Drug-Related DWI in Austin?

Drug-DWI cases call for a different evidence review than alcohol cases. Breath testing may play little or no role; instead, the case may depend on officer observations, blood toxicology, prescription records, laboratory procedures, and a Drug Recognition Expert’s opinion.

Arrested for DWI in Austin? Talk with an Austin DWI lawyer about the evidence, the ALR deadline, and the next steps in your case. Call 512-599-9999 for a free, confidential case review.

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