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Stephen Lyle Hamilton
About Stephen
Biography
Board Certified in Criminal Law, AV Rated, tried over 100 jury trials and a published author, I wrote the book on DWI and Criminal law defense. Before you talk to ANY lawyer get a copy of my DWI Survival Guide, A Citizen's Protection Manual for a DWI Arrest. While other lawyers "advertise" experience I will show you how my trial experience of over 100 trials can help in your case.
Because my practice focuses on DWI defense and criminal law, I often speak and lecture to other lawyers about how to try a DWI case. Local media in cases and issues involving DWI or other intoxication issues has interviewed me.
My goal is to focus on each case that I take and provide personal client attention. I try more cases in a year than most criminal lawyers try in ten years and I believe that is for several reasons. First, I like my clients. If I can help them in their time of stress I want to do whatever I can. Second, I like trials. I enjoy the stress that comes with being in trial. I believe that when I walk in that courtroom, as arrogant as this might sound, I am in charge and the goal is to help my client.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
75%
28 years | 4,000 cases
Criminal Defense
25%
28 years | 3,500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 27 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
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1001 Texas Ave., Lubbock, TX, 79401
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Stephen Lyle Hamilton's Reviews
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Posted by Deadrick Smith | July 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Not satisfied at all NEED THIS MADE RIGHT
What I would like to say has nothing dealing with the Lawyer. I hired this firm in 2023 for Terroristic Threat Cause Fear of Imminent Serious Bodily Injury. The Lawyer who was on my case, told me with my evidence that he would get the case dismissed. I only meet him once. After that it was different...
Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Probation
Stephen Hamilton was able to get my 2nd ARP dropped for felony DWI. Which was nothing short of a miracle. He's the strongest DWI attorney in the field by far. I most definitely recommend him for anyone that's in need of a DWI attorney. Best in the biz.
Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great lawyers
Very helpful through whole ordeal. Communication A-plus highly recommend. Made the process very easy and comforting.
Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best law firm
Chase, from Hamilton Grant did an awesome job helping a friend get a Felony 2 marijuana charge down to a Misdemeanor B. We couldn’t be any happier. He made this stressful situation a lot smoother by always being available to answer questions that we would have. His hard work showed with the great re...
Posted by Jerry | May 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best attorney and law firm in Lubbock
I had two different legal issues that I was facing and was terrified of the potential outcomes. However Mr. Hamilton and his firm/practice were beyond amazing and I never had to step into court personally until the sentencing / end of my case. He is literally the best lawyer in Lubbock he got me an o...
Stephen Lyle Hamilton's Lawyer Endorsements
"Stephen Hamilton is a rare talent. As a board certified criminal law specialist, Steve's knowledge of the law places him in the top 1% of our profession. His creativity, drive, intelligence and trial skills place him even higher than that. As a colleague and fellow criminal defense lawyer I am very familiar with Steve's courtroom ability, particularly in the area of DWI defense. I honestly can't think of a better DWI lawyer in all of West Texas."
"Attorney Hamilton is a trial lawyer. He does not shy away from trials like a lot of other attorneys do. He has the necessary skillset to not only try the cases, but to try them well and to win. He uses his reputation, knowledge and experience to maximize the chances of obtaining a favorable result for those who trust him with their cases. He is a superior advocate and a man who believes in hard work and dedication. As a potential new client, you would do well in hiring him."
"I am blessed to be working for Stephen Hamilton. He is a trial attorney in every sense of the word. He is extremely knowledgeable, experienced, and dedicated to working tirelessly to help his clients achieve a great outcome. I cannot recommend Stephen highly enough."
"Stephen is an accomplished attorney in the field of criminal defense and is the only Board Certified attorney practicing in the area of DWI in the Lubbock area. He is known for being tough in the court room which carries a lot of weight in the process of negotiation before trial. The courts in Lubbock and surrounding counties know that this is a lawyer who isn't simply taking money to plea bargain without the chops to go all the way to trial - that means something when it comes time to get the best deal you can in your circumstances."
"Stephen is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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"As a practicing attorney for over 33 years, I have learned to spot excellence in the legal profession. Stephen Hamilton is just such an attorney. If you or a family member has DWI related needs in Texas, there is one attorney you should call: Stephen Hamilton. In addition to numerous legal and safety certifications, his knowledge is so thorough on DWI/DUI that he literally wrote a book on the subject (make sure you get a copy of the Texas DWI Survival Guide). DUI/DWI law raises complex legal issues and you must have someone like Stephen in your corner working to protect your legal rights."
"I endorse Stephen Hamilton. Hard working and aggressive attorney who is dedicated to the success of his clients. Respected by his colleagues within the legal community."
"Stephen is an excellent attorney and committed to doing what is right for his clients. He is always stepping up with good insight, and I am proud to endorse Stephen."
"Well respected attorney in the community."
"I endorse this lawyer. He's a well respected and precise DUI lawyer. He's always prepared and highly regarded in the legal community."
"Highly recommended. Knowledgeable and experienced. I endorse this lawyer."
"Stephen L. Hamilton is a very knowledgeable attorney with many years worth of experience in practice."
"This lawyer is highly recommended in the community. I endorse this lawyer."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. If I have clients who have issues in Lubbock I would not hesitate to send them to Mr. Hamilton."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
2017
Best of the West- Criminal Defense Attorney, KCBD
2017
Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
2016
Texas' Top Lawyers, Top Lawyers of Texas 2016
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Nation’s Top One Percent-2015, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Fellow Award, College of the State Bar of Texas
2015
Client Distinction Award, lawyers.com
2015
Avvo- Superb Rated Attorney 2015, Avvo
2015
Top Lawyers of Texas 2015, Texas' Top Lawyers
2015
Top Rated Lawyer Appellate, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent 2015, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Forensic Principles of DUID I, Axion Training Institute
2014
Avvo--Superb Rated Attorney-2014, Avvo
2014
Client Distinction Award, martindale.com
2014
Certificate of Membership, Criminal Trial Lawyers Associaton
2014
AV Preeminent 2014, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top Lawyers of Texas 2014, Texas' Top Lawyers
2014
Fellow Award, College of the State Bar of Texas
2013
IACP Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner Class, Platt & Associates
2013
Course Director- Defending A DWI with Breath/Blood Evidence, International Legal & Forensic Science Services Inc.
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Certificate of completion of DNA analysis, Dr. Hampikian DNA Class
2013
Avvo--Superb Rated Attorney-2013, AVVO
2013
Fellow Award, College of the State Bar of Texas
2013
15 Year Anniversary Service Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Forensic Drug Analysis II Course Completion, Axion Training Institute Certificate of Recognition
2013
AV Preeminent 2013, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top Lawyers of Texas 2013, Texas' Top Lawyers
2012
Avvo--Superb Rated Attorney-2012, AVVO
2012
Certificate of Excellence- Fundamentals of Gas Chromatography, Shimadzue Lab Certificate of Excellence
2012
Intoxilyzer 5000 One Day Boot Camp Completion, International Legal & Forensic Science Services, Inc.
2011
Avvo--Superb Rated Attorney-2011, AVVO
2011
Membership, American Chemical Society
2011
Certificate of Completion, Mastering Scientific Evidence in DWI/DUI Cases
2011
Certificate of Completion, The Scientific Truth About HS-GC-FID & Pharmacology of Etoh, Marijuana, & Benzodiazepines
2010
Avvo--Superb Rated Attorney-2010, AVVO
2010
Certificate of Completion, Dr. Paul Homoly Communication
2010
Fellow 2010, State Bar of Texas
2010
Board Certification in Criminal law- 5 year recertification, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2009
Avvo--Superb Rated Attorney-2008, AVVO
2009
Gas Chromatography: Fundamentals and Troubleshooting, American Chemical Society
2008
Avvo--Superb Rated Attorney-2008, AVVO
2008
Certificate of Completion Forensic Blood/Urine Seminar, Headline Marketing Corporation
2007
Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus Behavioral Perspectives, Steve Rubenzer, Ph.D., ABPP --Diplomate in Forensic Psychology
2007
Graduate of NCDD Summer School-Harvard, National College for DUI Defense
2005
Board Certification in Criminal law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2004
Instructor Qualification for Intoxilyzer 5000, C.E.S. Consulting
2003
Mastering Scientific Evidence in DUI Cases, NCDD
2003
Borkenstein Class on Alcohol and Highway Safety, Indiana University Center for Studies of Law in Action
2003
Maintenance Course Intoxilyzer 5000 Breath Test Instrument, C.E.S. Consulting, Inc.
2003
Operator Course Intoxilyzer 5000 Breath Test Instrument, C.E.S. Consulting, Inc.
2002
Mastering Scientific Evidence in DUI/DWI Cases, NCDD
2001
Student Course Completion of Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration via LaPier & Associates
2000
Certificate of Recognition, Association of Trial Lawyers of America
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Partner, Texas Criminal Defense Group
2009 - Present
Lead DWI Trial Attorney, Stephen L. Hamilton, P.C.
1999 - 2009
Partner and Trial Attorney, Boatwright & Hamilton, P.C.
1998 - 1999
Attorney at Law, King & Gregory, PLLC
Associations
2013 - Present
American Association of Forensic ScientistsMember
2005 - Present
Fifth Circuit Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseGeneral Member
2000 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
1999 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Lubbock Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationPast President
American Chemical Society
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Reckless Driving
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Possession of Marijuana
Case Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Case Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana less than 2 oz
Case reduced to a ticket
RACING ON HIGHWAY
Case Dismissed
ASSAULT FAMILY VIOLENCE
Case Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
Reduced to Ticket
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Deadly Conduct
Reduced to Ticket
Felony Family Violence
Dismissed Prior to Filing
Felony Possession of Marijuana
Reduced to Misdemeanor
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
ASSAULT FAMILY VIOLENCE
Case Dismissed
Possession of Controlled Substance
Dismissed
Felony Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
DWI
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Prohibited Weapon in Weapons Free Zone
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Assault Bodily Injury FV
Dismissed
Assault Bodily Injury
Dismissed
DWI
Reduced to Class B Obstruction
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed Prior to Filing
Burglary of a Habitation
Dismissed Prior to Filing
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Racing on Highway
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Assault FV
Dismissed
Assault FV
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana U/2
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Possession of Marijuana U/2
Dismissed
DWI
Reduced to Ticket
Assault Bodily Injury
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Employee Theft
Dismissed
Assault Bodily Injury
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana U/2
Dismissed
Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Prostitution
Dismissed
DWLI
DWLI
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Theft $100-$750
Dismissed
Assault Bodily Injury
Dismissed
DWI > .15
Dismissed
Possession of Controlled Substance 1G-PG1
Dismissed
DWI
Dismissed (speedy trial motion granted)
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Felony Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Evading Arrest
Dismissed
Possession of Controlled Substance
Dismissed
Employee Theft
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Reckless Driving
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Felony Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Interfere with 911 Call
Dismissed
Possession of Controlled Substance PG1<1G
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Reckless Driving
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Failure to ID Fugitive
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Criminal Tresspass
Case Dismissed
Theft $100-$750
Dismissed
Criminal Mischief
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana U/2
Dismissed
Possession of Controlled Substance PG3
Dismissed
Felony Criminal Mischief
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault
Dismissed
Burglary of a Habitation
Dismissed Prior to Filing
Possession of Marijuana U/2
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Felony Deadly Conduct
Dismissed Prior to Filing
Evading Arrest
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Assault
Reduced to Ticket
Theft from Person
Dismissed
Interfere with 911 Call
Dismissed
Tampering with Government Records
Dismissed
False Statement to Obtain Credit
Dismissed
False Statement to Obtain Credit
Dismissed
Fraudulent Use/Possession of Identifying Info
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Possession of Marijuana U/2
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Poss of Controlled Substance PG3>28G
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana <2OZ
Dismissed
Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance
Dismissed
DWI > .15
Dismissed
Failure to ID Fugitive
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence - Impeding Breath
Dismissed
Furnish Alcohol to a Minor
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana U/2
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Prostitution
Dismissed
Possession of Controlled Substance PG1
Dismissed Prior to Filing
Felony Theft
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
DWI
Reduced to Class B
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Interfere with 911 Call
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Discharge Firearm in a Municipality
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana <2OZ
Dismissed
DWI
Dismissed
Theft $100-$750
Dismissed
Assault Against Elderly/Disabled
Reduced to Ticket
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Unlawful Restraint
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Felony Theft
Dismissed
Criminal Trespass
Reduced to Ticket
DWI > .15
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Possession of Controlled Substance
Dismissed
Assault Bodily Injury
Dismissed
DWI
Dismissed (Refiled as Obstruction)
DWI
Dismissed (Refiled as Obstruction)
DWI > .15
Dismissed (Refiled as Reckless Driving)
DWI 2nd
Dismissed (Refiled as Obstruction)
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Fraudulent Destruction of Writing
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Felony Theft
Dismissed
DWI
Dismissed (Refiled as Obstruction)
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Criminal Mischief
Dismissed
Injury to a Child
Dismissed (2 Days Before Trial)
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Driving While License Suspended
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed (Refiled as Obstruction)
DWI > .15
Dismissed (Refiled as Obstruction)
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
DWI
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Failure to Identify
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Violation of Protective Order
Dismissed
Interference with 911 Call
Dismissed
FSRA-Injury
Dismissed
DWI
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Resisting Arrest
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Felony Theft
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Aggravated Assault
Reduced to Ticket
Felony Probation Revocation
Dismissed
Aggravated Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Aggravated Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Aggravated Robbery
Dismissed
Forgery of a Government Document
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Driving While License Invalid
Dismissed
Deadly Conduct
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Interference with 911 Call
Dismissed (Day of Trial
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed (Day of Trial
Assault Bodily Injury
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Reduced to Ticket
Theft
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Hit and Run
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Felony Theft
Dismissed (Day of Trial)
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Food Stamp Fraud
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Failure to Identify
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Driving While License Suspended
Dismissed
Burglary of a Building
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Reduced to Ticket
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Employee Theft
Not Guilty (Jury Verdict)
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Carry Concealed Weapon in Prohibited Area (3rd Degree Felony)
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
DWI 2nd
Probation
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Possession of Controlled Substance
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Theft
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Prostitution
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Theft
Reduced to Ticket
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
DWI
Reduced to Obstruction
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Hit and Run
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Reduced to Ticket
DWI > .15
Dismissed (After Set for Jury Trial)
Theft
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Felony Probation Revocation
Probation Reinstated
Hit and Run
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Reduced to Ticket
Theft
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Driving While License Suspended
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Fleeing Police Officer
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Evading Arrest
Reduced to Ticket
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Driving While License Suspended
Dismissed
Driving While License Suspended
Dismissed
Possession of Controlled Substance (Heroin)
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Harassment
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed
Driving While License Suspended
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Reduced to Ticket
Driving While License Suspended
Dismissed
Violation of Protective Ordinance
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Reduced to Ticket
Theft Over $20,000
Dismissed
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Theft
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
Resisting Arrest
Dismissed
DWI
Dismissed
Hit and Run
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Theft
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Fraudulent Destruction of Writing
Reduced to Ticket
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed
Assault Family Violence
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
Interference with Emergency Call
Dismissed
DWI
Reduced to Obstruction
Possession of Marijuana
Dismissed
DWI
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
DWI
Dismissed
DWI
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
DWI
Dismissed
Sale of Alcohol to Minor
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
DWI
Reduced to Ticket
DWI Open Alcohol Container
Dismissed
Criminal Trespass
Reduced
Criminal Trespass
Reduced
Theft $500-$1500
Dismissed
DWI
Reduced to Ticket
Driving While License Suspended
Dismissed (Pending Conditions Met)
DWI
Reduced
State of Texas v. R.C.
Case Dismissed
State of Texas v. S.D.
Case Reduced/ No conviction
State of Texas v. M.A.
Case Dismissed
State of Texas v. A.C.
Deferred Probation, no conviction
State of Texas v. B.W.
Case Dismissed
State v. J.K.
DWI Dismissed, Deferred Probation
State of Texas v. D.D.
Probation instead of Prison Sentence
State of Texas v. T.D.
Case Dismissed
DWI
Reduced to Ticket
State of Texas v. T.M.
Domestic Assault Case Dismissed
State of Texas v. R.V.
Pre Trial Diversion-No DWI Conviction
State v. L.K.
No prison time for 2nd Felony DWI
State of Texas v. J.M
Felony DWI reduced
DWI 3rd or More
Dismissed
State v. J.B.
DWI Breath Test Case Reduced
DWI
Reduced to Ticket
State of Texas v. C.H.
Felony DWI stop suppressed, case dismissed
State of Texas v. G.L.
Motion for Non Disclosure granted
State of Texas v. M.B.
Felony DWI reduced to 1st offense DWI
State of Texas v. C.B.
DWI Arrest, Not Guilty finding by a jury.
DWI
Reduced to Obstruction
DWI
Dismissed
DWI 3rd or More
Reduced
DWI 3rd or More
Reduced
State of Texas v. W.S
DWI Not Guilty
State of Texas v. E.B
Case Dismissed
State of Texas v. S.B.
Case Dismissed
State of Texas v. S.C.
Case Dismissed
State of Texas v. S.B.
Driver license hearing dismissed- Client keeps CDL
State of Texas v. M.C.
Case Dismissed
Education
1998
Oklahoma City University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2014
Stuart Kinard Memorial Advanced DWI
Collateral Consequences of DWI Convictions
2014
Nuts n Bolts Criminal Defense Lawyers Project (CDLP)
DWI Defense
2014
DWI Defense Project
DWI Blood Testing
2014
Adv. Criminal Law
Discovery in DWI Blood Cases
2013
Trial Skills: Defending a DWI Case with Breath/Blood Evidence
Various Topics
2009
Lubbock Criminal Defense " Prairie Dog Lite"
Attacking DWI Blood Test Warrants
2006
DWI 101
How to try a DWI Breath Test Case
2004
LCDLA Seminar
How to try a DWI Breath Test and Win
2004
2nd Annual Texas Forensics Seminar
Breath Testing in DWI
2003
TCDLA DWI
Ideas on DWI trials
Publications
2018
Protect your Future, Know your Rights- A Citizen's Guide to a Dwi Arrest In Texas
Protect your Future, Know your Rights- A Citizen's Guide to a Dwi Arrest In Texas
2016
Protect your Future, Know your Rights- A Citizen's Guide to a Drug Arrest In Texas
Protect your Future, Know your Rights- A Citizen's Guide to a Drug Arrest In Texas
2015
A Citizen's Guide to a Marijuana Arrest In Texas
Protect your Future, Know your Rights- A Citizen's Guide to a Marijuana Arrest In Texas
2015
A Citizen's Guide to a Theft Arrest In Texas
Protect your Future, Know your Rights- A Citizen's Guide to a Theft Arrest In Texas
2015
A Citizen's Guide to a Domestic Assault Arrest In Texas
Protect your Future, Know your Rights- A Citizen's Guide to a Domestic Assault Arrest In Texas
2013
Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books)
Strategies for Defending DWI Cases in Texas
2012
A Citizens Guide to understanding their DWI Charge
Texas DWI Survival Guide
2012
Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books)
Strategies for Defending DWI Cases in Texas
2009
Lubbock Law Notes
Mandatory Blood Draws by the Police, Coming to Your Local 7-11 Parking Lot?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I have a drug charge felony and I wanted to know how long after I complete probation, I have to wait to have it sealed?
20 Nov 2018
Q&A
Can I pursue a career in law enforcement if I was put on deffered adjudication for a 2nd degree felony manufacture and delivery
23 Nov 2018
Q&A
I got a class b theft charge at a grocery store and this is my first theft charge, I am 22, will I be able to get this expunged?
25 Nov 2018
Legal Guides
Video Legal Guide
LUBBOCK DWI AND BLOOD TESTING-TIME FRAMES TO REQUESTING DRIVER LICENSE HEARING
02 Jun 2011
Video Legal Guide
ARRESTED FOR A DWI IN WEST TEXAS, CAN YOU STILL DRIVE?
18 May 2011
Video Legal Guide
Arrested for a DWI in Lubbock Texas or West Texas? Things not to do while it is pending
10 May 2011