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DALLAS DWI LAWYERS

Trey Porter Law defends DWI charges in Dallas with one goal: get the best result. The firm has won dismissals and secured reductions in a wide range of DWI cases involving high BACs, accidents, and repeat offenses.

Trey Porter holds a 10.0 Rating from AVVO based on peer endorsements, client reviews, and courtroom success. He leads a veteran team of experienced Texas DWI lawyers backed by 40 years of experience protecting records, reputations – earning a statewide reputation for real results.

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WHAT SHOULD YOU DO AFTER A DWI IN DALLAS?

Take action. Request the ALR hearing within 15 days to stop the driver’s license suspension. Gather paperwork (citation, bond, property receipts, tow slip). Stay off social media. And hire a lawyer ASAP.

The Dallas County District Attorney’s Office is using all of its resources to give you a permanent criminal conviction. The Texas Department of Public Safety is working to take away your driving privileges.

You need a powerful team in your corner to assert your rights and protect your liberty.

Trey Porter Law has a track-record of success across Texas defending DWI cases. The firm limits the number and type of cases it takes on at any given time to provide every case with the power, precision, and focus it deserves.

CAN A DALLAS DWI BE DISMISSED?

Yes. You can beat a DWI in Texas. Getting a DWI dismissed requires two things: asserting your rights and challenging the evidence. Here are 5 pressure points Trey Porter Law attacks in pursuit of DWI dismissals: 

  • Illegal stop or detention – no reasonable suspicion or probable cause.
  • Field sobriety test errors – improper instructions, medical issues, bad clues.
  • Breath testing problems – maintenance, mouth alcohol, protocol gaps.
  • Blood draw issues – chain of custody, anticoagulants, fermentation, lab error.
  • Bodycam/video contradictions – speech, balance, driving not matching report.

Dallas DWI arrests are warrantless arrests. That means the entire case is susceptible to attack. Trey Porter Law uses courtroom-tested strategies to hold the Government to its burden of proof.

DO YOU LOSE YOUR DRIVER’S LICENSE AFTER A DWI?

Yes. Texas DPS seeks a suspension in every case based on the Texas Implied Consent Law. You either get a suspension for refusing to test or you get a suspension from testing and failing. 

The ALR hearing is your one shot to contest it. The request has to be submitted within 15 days. Even if a suspension is ordered, many drivers can qualify for an Occupational Driver’s License to maintain essential travel. 

Strategy and timing matter: both the criminal case and the administrative license case must be managed in sync. This is one of many places where an experienced Dallas DWI attorney makes a big difference.

ARRESTED FOR DWI IN DALLAS?

Everyone facing a DWI in Dallas is facing jail time.

Whether you were arrested around Uptown, Deep Ellum, Bishop Arts, or out by Love Field or the I-35E/US-75 corridors, all DWI cases are filed in the Dallas County Criminal Courts at the Frank Crowley Courts Building on Riverfront Boulevard.

No matter what led to your arrest, or what the details of the case are, these are the 3 most important steps to take. 

  1. Identify Bond Conditions: Ignition interlock, drug testing, and reporting are common pretrial conditions of bond. Compliance, coupled with attending court dates is crucial.

     

  2. Lock Down Your License: Driving is nonnegotiable – but you have to be sure you’re doing it legally. ALR, Occupational License, SR22, and reinstatement fees must be managed properly.

     

  3. Hire a Dallas DWI Lawyer: It’s normal to search for Best DWI Lawyer Near Me? or Best DWI Lawyers in Dallas after an arrest. The truth is there are lots of great Dallas DWI attorneys out there. The important thing is finding the right fit for you. 

Deadlines and consequences move fast in DWI cases, and things feel faster when you’re in uncharted waters. You can’t change what happened, but what you do next can change the outcome.

HOW LONG DOES A DWI CASE TAKE IN DALLAS?

Eight to ten months is the average timeline to resolve a DWI case in Dallas County Courts.

Timelines turn on discovery speed (body-worn camera, dash video, lab data), court settings at Frank Crowley, and negotiations. Patience is tactical – dismissals are built on diligence – and can’t be rushed.

The statute of limitations for DWI in Texas is 24 months, but the clock stops ticking once the case is filed.

WHAT ARE THE PENALTIES FOR A FIRST DWI IN TEXAS?

Dallas DWI penalties depend on certain case variables and criminal history. Consequences scale fast with BAC, priors, and child passengers. Here’s a compact guide.

  • DWI (First, Class B): 3 – 180 days jail; up to $2,000 fine; state fee $3,000; driver’s license 90 – 365 days; classes and interlock likely.
  • DWI ≥0.15 (Class A): Up to 1 year jail; up to $4,000 fine; state fee $6,000; driver’s license 90 – 365 days; classes and interlock very likely.
  • DWI WITH CHILD <15 (State Jail Felony): 180 days – 2 years; up to $10,000 fine; driver’s license 180 days – 2 years; CPS risk.
  • DWI 2ND (Class A): 5 days – 1 year; up to $4,000 fine; driver’s license 180 days – 2 years; mandatory interlock.
  • DWI 3RD (Third-Degree Felony): 2 – 10 years; up to $10,000 fine; driver’s license 180 days – 2 years; felony record and civil disabilities.

Texas has some of the most severe DWI penalties in the nation. Your best chance at avoiding and mitigating the harsh end of these penalties is hiring an experienced Dallas DWI attorney to assert your rights and protect your freedom. 

For a full deep dive on Texas DWI penalties and consequences, see the FAQ Guide.

DALLAS DWI ATTORNEYS

Trey Porter is recognized among the Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers in America, a distinction he earned through exceptional advocacy, courtroom results, and professional reputation for success. 

Trey Porter Law has hundreds of five-star reviews from clients praising DWI dismissals, reductions, and saved careers. Trey Porter Law has significant experience representing doctors and nurses in Texas facing DWI, and the firm extends representation to other professionals, students, and service members in the DFW area.

REVIEWED BY TREY PORTER, DALLAS DWI LAWYER

Trey Porter is a Dallas DWI lawyer with over a decade of trial experience defending DWI, Public Intoxication, and select criminal charges. His practice focuses on protecting lives and livelihoods, fighting for dismissals, and clearing criminal records through expungement across Texas. 

A member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the National College for DUI Defense, Mr. Porter has been recognized for his courtroom advocacy and reputation for results. His legal insights have been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, USA Today, and other national outlets. 

Trey Porter Law represents people in Dallas, and across Texas, including Frisco, Fort Worth, Irving, Arlington, McKinney, and Plano.

Client Reviews

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M. Birgfeld

Trey Porter Law lives up to all the great reviews. I thought my life was over when I was charged. Mr. Strickland fought hard for me, was always there when I had any questions and gave me the best possible outcome. Anyone looking for a DWI attorney in Texas should definitely choose Trey Porter Law.

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S.A. Lewis

The most reliable and trustworthy law firm! From the moment I reached out to them to the time my case was closed, everyone there made me feel comfortable and taken care of in a scary situation. Highly recommend.

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D. Brown

I highly recommend the Trey Porter Law when it comes to legal matters. The firm is highly efficient when it comes to your needs and will fight to get you justice. You can't go wrong when you choose Trey Porter law

 
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