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David Frank is based in Austin, Texas and has a reputation for being a tough and experienced criminal trial lawyer. In April of 2014 he successfully challenged the Texas Mandatory DWI Blood Draw Statute. The Court of Appeals reversed the trial courts in his two cases and found that the Mandatory Blood Draw Statute runs afoul of the Fourth Amendment warrant requirement. In November 2014 he helped lead a State-Wide effort against a State Office of Administrative Hearings rule change that would have significantly hampered the right to subpoena witnesses for ALR Hearings.
David Frank has been an attorney since 1992. He is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Mr. Frank has devoted his practice to representing individuals accused of crimes. His practice includes defending against all felony and misdemeanor charges. He aggressively represents clients who live throughout the state of Texas as well as clients living abroad. He is a Past President of the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and regularly speaks at criminal law seminars. He uses the latest electronic legal research tools to find cases that help his clients get results.
His many years of practice in the Austin and Travis County have given him a particular insight in dealing with the courts. Avoiding frivolous charges and unfair penalties is the primary goal. Mr. Frank explores alternatives to incarceration as he works to resolve his cases. He works with the prosecutors and the judges every day -- and that is essential to being effective in the courtroom.
Since 1993 - Professional Criminal Defense Work - Board Certified Criminal Law TX. Available 24/7 - Travis, Williamson and Hays
Since 1993 - Professional Criminal Defense Work - Board Certified Criminal Law TX. Available 24/7 - Travis, Williamson and Hays
Since 1993 - Professional DUI & DWI Work - Board Certified Criminal Law TX. Available 24/7 - Travis, Williamson and Hays
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
50%
33 years | 2,000 cases
Criminal Defense
25%
33 years | 1,000 cases
Drug Crime
10%
Sex Crime
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2024 2017 2016
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Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 32 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
David B. Frank, Attorney & Counselor at Law, PLLC
1212 Guadalupe Street, Suite 103, Penthouse Condominiums, Austin, TX, 78701
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Posted by Steven | January 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Very Good Experience
Through my own bad decisions, I found myself in need of legal representation. My search led me to David Frank. Our initial meeting was in his office where we had a lengthy discussion about my life circumstances, my charge and how to proceed. David had previous experiences to draw on and told me what ...
Posted by JOY | November 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Responsible, Knowledgeable, Professional and excellent Lawyer.
David is the best DWI lawyer in Austin metropolitan area. if you hire him then be rest assured that he will bring you the best possible outcome. He is knowledgeable, extremely experienced and very professionals. He is very honest and upfront. He will listen to you patiently to understand your expect...
Posted by Aaron | October 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Very knowledgeable
David was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and personal throughout my entire case. Everything went better than expected with David. He knew the best thing to do in every situation and the fastest way to get it done!
Posted by Patrick | June 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
True professional
From my initial consultation, David was honest, forthright, and exceptionally knowledgeable; his office manager, Lisa, was no exception. Through the duration of my case they met and exceeded all of my expectations with friendliness, compassion, and professionalism. I would, personally, recommend him ...
Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
David Frank is excellent!
Mr. Frank is extremely intelligent and professional. He reviewed every aspect of my case and made me feel comfortable through a rough time. He and his assistant, Lisa, were very responsive to me and advised me on ways I could be proactive to ultimately have a better outcome. Mr. Frank spoke on my beh...
David B. Frank's Lawyer Endorsements
"David is one of the best criminal defense lawyers in the state. He is board certified, extremely intelligent, and works hard for his clients. He is very knowledgeable and frequently helps other attorneys find creative solutions and strategies for their cases. I highly endorse and recommend him."
"David is a great, Board Certified criminal attorney with great results."
"I whole-heartedly endorse David B. Frank as a criminal lawyer. As a civil attorney, I was recently faced with a situation in which one of my clients in a civil case needed representation with respect to potential criminal charges related to the activities involved in our case. I was referred to David, who provided prompt, professional, experienced and successful representation of the client. If I am ever in need of a criminal defense attorney in Austin, David will certainly be one of the first attorneys I contact."
"David Frank is one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Texas. I have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to try a very serious criminal case with David. I can personally attest to his knowledge of the law and his great skill in the courtroom."
"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"David is a very well respected defense attorney who is known for his dedication to his clients and for getting great results in very tough cases. Whether it's defense at trial or representation during case discussions with the prosecution, you want David to be the one standing beside you."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is outstanding."
"I have know David since 1992. Since then, I have referred a number of clients to his office for criminal defense representation. The reports that I have received have been very positive. Furthermore, my associate attorneys and I contact him with criminal law question. He is knowledgeable, experienced, and highly effective. I strongly endorse and recommend him."
"I whole-heartedly and without reservation endorse David Frank for his zealous advocacy and deep dedication when representing his clients, as well as for his honesty, integrity, and strong ethics in the practice of law. David is very knowledgeable in his practice areas and does what it takes to get the job done right for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. As a prosecutor, I faced Mr. Frank on several cases. Specifically, in my last trial as a prosecutor, the defendant was facing some of the most serious charges. We thoroughly covered the need for a jury to sentence the defendant to Life in prison without the possibility of parole. Mr. Frank very persuasively asked the jury to give the defendant an opportunity to rehabilitate himself and consider the minimum punishment given the charge and range. The jury agreed with Mr. Frank. The right lawyer can make the difference between dying in prison and having a hope for life after the consequences, even in Williamson County."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is smart and tenacious. He is also a nice person and easy to talk to."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Forensic Chromatography XV: Theory and Practice, AXION Training Institute Analytical Laboratories
2014
2014 Texas Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
2013 Texas Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Ambassador Award, Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2004
NHTSA SFST Certification, Walden Platt & Associates
2003
Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2000
Admitted to Practice, U.S. Supreme Court
1997
Admitted to Practice, United States District Court for the Western District of Texas
1993
Admitted to Practice, State Bar of Texas
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Owner, David B. Frank Attorney & Counselor at Law
Associations
2006 - Present
National DUI CollegeActive Member
2004 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association - Provide Strike Force assistance to aid lawyers threatened with or incarcerated for contempt of court.Strike Force
Criminal Law Section - Austin Bar Association
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Williamson County Bar Association
Member
2005 - 2009
Grievance Committee - State Bar of TexasProfessional Enhancement Committee
2003 - 2004
Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationPast President
2003 - 2005
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationAssociate Director
Sample of Legal Cases
DWI Blood Test 0.173 BAC Not Guilty
Not Guilty
Jury Accepts Self-Defense Claim
Not Guilty
Police Violated the Warrant Requirement When they Illegally Entered Client’s Home
DISMISSED
Boating While Intoxicated Dismissed
DISMISSED
Pulled over for DWI Not Guilty AV Viewer
NOT GUILTY
Travis County Judge Grants Defense Counsel’s Motion for a Directed Verdict and Acquits the Defendant of Assault
Not Guilty
Stopping Past the Stop Line Motion to Suppress Granted
Motion to Suppress Granted - Case Dismissed
Flat Tire Is No Reason to Stop a Driver
Motion to Suppress Granted - Case Dismissed
DWI Dismissed Where Officers Entered a Home without a Warrant
Motion to Suppress Granted - Case Dismissed
Officer Failed to Video Record the Reason for the Stop
Motion to Suppress Granted - Case Dismissed
Detention Prolonged beyond the Time to Write a Traffic Ticket Suppression Granted
Motion to Suppress Granted - Case Dismissed
Officer was Mistaken about Who Entered the Intersection First
Motion to Suppress Granted - Case Dismissed
Visible Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus
NOT GUILTY
APD OFFICER FAILS TO VISUALLY RECORD HIS STOPS
Case Dismissed
Convictions Reversed on Appeal - Implied Consent - Unconstitutional
Trial Court Reversed on Appeal
DWI Total Refusal – 37 Minute Not Guilty
Not Guilty
Not Guilty Habitual Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Not Guilty
Dance Instructor Found Not Guilty in Sexual Assault
NOT GUILTY
DANCE INSTRUCTOR NOT GUILTY IN ASSAULT
Not Guilty
Mistrial Declared in Case of Former Stripper, Boyfriend Accused of Murder
Mistrial
Mistrial declared in case of former stripper, boyfriend accused of murder
Mistrial
Sexual Assault Dismissed in Bastop County
No Billed by Bastrop County Grand Jury
Coffee-table art or off-the-shelf porn?
Acquitted on 4 out of 5 counts.
Not Guilty - DWI
Not Guilty in 15 minutes
Education
1992
Vermont Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Vermont Law School
MA - Masters
1986
University of Rochester
BA
Speaking Engagements
2019
Austin Community College
Immigration Consequences in Criminal Cases
2017
Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
How to Eliminate Authoritarian Jurors with Scaled Questions
2016
Membership Meeting
Vehicle in Motion and Reasonable Suspicion
2015
ACDLA Seminar
Punishmnet Issues - The Law in Criminal Cases
2014
Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Expert Witnesses
2013
Trial Advocacy
Closing Argument
2013
Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
McNeely and Mandatory DWI Blood Draws
2012
DWI Defense Project
The Psychology of Voir Dire
2012
ACDLA Seminar
Eyewitness Identification
2012
A Primer for Court Appointments
Picking Juries
2011
Forensic Evidence
New Trends in Eyewitness Identification
2011
ACDLA Seminar
Scaled Questions
2010
Voir Dire — Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Seminar
Voir Dire - Scaled Questions DWI/DUI
2010
Top Gun DWI Seminar
DWI — Voir Dire
2010
Closing Argument in Criminal Cases
Closing Argument
2008
ACDLA Seminar
Punishment Hearings
2007
Travis County Criminal Law Retreat
Eyewitness Identification
2007
Operation Texas Freedom
Eyewitness Identification
2007
Bench and Bar Conference
Eyewitness Identification
2006
Williamson County Bar Association Meeting
Eyewitness Identification
2006
University of Texas Legal Clinic
Eyewitness Identification
2006
South Padre Island
Eyewitness Identification
2006
Operation Texas Freedom
Eyewitness Identification
2004
ACDLA Seminar
Eyewitness Identification
2002
Qualifications for Court Assigned Cases
Bond Reduction and Habeas Petitions
Publications
2004
The Advocate (Journal of the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association)
Founding Editor
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I was charged with a dwi with a b.a.c of .75 and its my first offense will I go to jail?
22 Dec 2012
Q&A
What is the statute of limitations on Hot Checks?
29 Oct 2012
Q&A
I was given a DUI in TX, refused breathalyzer, agreed to blood test, but they never drew my blood. why?
07 Oct 2012
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Cross-Racial Eyewitness Identification
31 Dec 2017
Legal Guide
Does Leming Change the Law on Reasonable Suspicion for a Traffic Stop?
07 Jun 2016
Legal Guide
Handling Intoxication offenses
18 Dec 2010