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    74 criminal defense lawyers serve San Marcos, TX. Compare the best based on 281+ reviews and detailed profiles. Related practice areas and nearby towns in Hays County are listed below.

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    San Marcos Has 74 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 281 Reviews

    Rick Cofer

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    Rick Cofer

    5.066 reviews
    Cofer & Connelly
    136 E. San Antonio Street #107, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and more
    Best Lawyer - Austin Chronicle | Texas Super Lawyer | Former Prosecutor | 94% of Cases Dismissed in 2025 I Rated AV-Preeminent
    Rating:  10
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    David C. Hardaway

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    David C. Hardaway

    4.731 reviews
    The Law Offices of David C. Hardaway
    100 East San Antonio Street, Suite 201, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    How do we keep our clients happy? Honest work and great results! Call me anytime 24/7
    Rating:  10
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    Richard Ursha

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    Richard Ursha

    4.617 reviews
    Richard Ursha Attorney at Law
    1921 Corporate Drive, Suite 102, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI
    Former Federal Law Enforcement Officer & Special Prosecutor. Call me today for a Free Consultation!
    Rating:  10
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    Case J. Darwin

    Case J. Darwin

    4.823 reviews
    Law Office of Case J. Darwin Inc.
    604 W. Hopkins, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Bio: Case J. Darwin is fluent in Spanish and is a former prosecutor and Briefing Attorney for the Honorable Terry Jennings of the Houston First District Court of Appeals. Being investigated or accused of a crime is a serious matter that can lead to ser...
    Rating:  9.6
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    James Bradley Vinson

    James Bradley Vinson

    4.311 reviews
    Smith & Vinson Law Firm
    1920 Corporate Dr #A102, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: Brad Vinson is an aggressive Texas DWI & criminal defense lawyer who cares about giving his clients the best possible representation. He has experience handling misdemeanor and felony cases. Attorney Vinson is always fighting to get your charges d...
    Rating:  9.7
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    Amanda Thressa Erwin

    Amanda Thressa Erwin

    5.02 reviews
    The Erwin Law Firm, L.L.P.
    109 E Hopkins St Ste 200, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Juvenile
    Bio: I am a former prosecutor, and an aggressive criminal defense attorney. I take my clients' cases very seriously, and am passionate about defending my clients' rights! When I am not working, I enjoy traveling and cooking with my family!
    Rating:  9.5
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    Anthony John Fusco

    Anthony John Fusco

    4.47 reviews
    David K. Sergi & Associates, PC
    329 S. Guadalupe, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Appeals
    Bio: I am an experienced and aggressive criminal defense attorney who has worked his entire legal career in Hays and the surrounding counties. It is my sole objective to provide legal representation of the highest caliber to the citizens of Hays County...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Jarrod Lee Smith

    Jarrod Lee Smith

    4.420 reviews
    Smith & Vinson Law Firm
    1920 Corporate Dr #A102, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Jarrod Smith is a relentless force in Texas criminal defense, civil rights, personal injury, and DWI law, recognized as one of the state’s top trial attorneys. A former associate judge and prosecutor, Jarrod brings unmatched legal expertise and a ...
    Rating:  10
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    Scot R. Courtney

    Scot R. Courtney

    5.010 reviews
    Po Box 787, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime
    Bio: Board Certified in Criminal Law with over 20 years experience of Criminal Defense work appearing in over 34 Texas Counties in over 100 criminal trials, as well as practice in the Federal District Courts of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida an...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Jim R. Matthews

    Jim R. Matthews

    5.06 reviews
    Jim Matthews Law
    215 San Antonio St., Suite #600, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime and more
    Bio: Mr. Matthews grew up in Austin and attended The University of Texas where he received a journalism degree. From there he began an award-winning career as a television sports anchor in California and Texas, including KXAN-TV in Austin from 1996-200...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Todd Steven Dudley

    Todd Steven Dudley

    5.02 reviews
    Dudley Law Firm
    100 N. Edward Gary B, Suite 103, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile
    Review: "I worked this Mr. Dudley on behalf of a friend who was incarcerated, and it was imperative that this case be dismissed in order to get parole. Mr Dudley was a court appointed, NON-PAID attorney in this case, but he treated it like a paid case, was..."
    Rating:  8.1
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    David Shiles Watts

    David Shiles Watts

    5.01 review
    Law Office of David S. Watts
    108 E. San Antonio St., San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He consulted with me, explained the process; gave me a plan of action; answered my calls; consoled and calmed me as the case proceeded; followed up with me when either he or I needed it. He is direct, to the point, and thorough, yet comforting."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Lance Turnbow

    Lance Turnbow

    5.011 reviews
    Law Office of Lance Turnbow
    401 B S LBJ Dr, Suite 8, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: The Law Office of Lance Turnbow specializes in defending against criminal charges throughout South Central Texas. Our criminal defense law firm handles all criminal matters including DWI charges, drug possession, all the way up to First Degree fel...
    Rating:  6.5
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    David Kenneth Sergi

    David Kenneth Sergi

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    Sergi & Associates
    329 South Guadalupe Street, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Litigation and more
    Bio: Our firm is a full service firm that has Hill Country values. Our 5 full time lawyers practice in all State and Federal Courts. I began my career working for a Federal Judge before moving to California where I spent four years working for two of t...
    Rating:  7.3
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    William P. McNabb

    William P. McNabb

    5.01 review
    144 E San Antonio St, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I've unfortunately had to use Billy on a couple of occasions. But fortunately he is one of the best out there. Worth every penny! He got both my cases dismissed. I would recommend him and his office help to anyone! "
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    Charles E. Soechting

    Charles E. Soechting

    5.09 reviews
    The Soechting Law Firm
    1905 Dutton Dr Suite A1, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: I grew up in and for the most part have lived in San Marcos my entire life. Before I was an attorney, I was a Texas Highway Patrolman with the Texas Department of Public Safety. It was a wonderful job and agency and gave me much of the confidence ...
    Rating:  8.2
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    David Alvarez Mendoza

    David Alvarez Mendoza

    4.210 reviews
    Mendoza & Mendoza, Inc., Attorneys at Law
    608 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: "Mr. Mendoza was my lawyer, he is nothing more than professional and excellent at what he does he got back to me as soon as possible and let me know what needed to be done. His expertise and ability to communicate on my behalf made my situation go ..."
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    Steven James Stacey

    Steven James Stacey

    5.01 review
    144 E San Antonio St, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Probate
    Review: "Very, very compassionate, patient and caring attorney to work with. Steve put in 'overtime' listening to my legal woes while I was firing my previous counsel and really held my hand as we went forward. I can't say thank him enough for being this..."
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    Douglas Glenn Montgomery

    Douglas Glenn Montgomery

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    The Law Firm of Douglas G. Montgomery
    323 W Hopkins St, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Estate Planning
    Rating:  7.8
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    Juliana Rosetta Woodard Gutierrez

    Juliana Rosetta Woodard Gutierrez

    5.01 review
    329 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Appeals
    Review: "Juliana is an attorney that really makes you feel like she cares. She is quick in getting results. If I ever need an attorney again in the future, I will use her. Granted, I've only needed a traffic ticket worked on but she made me feel important."
    Rating:  6.1
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