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Protect Your Future with an Award-Winning Hutto DWI Defense Team

If you have been arrested for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in Hutto, Texas, you are facing serious consequences that can affect your entire future. A DWI charge in Williamson County is not a minor infraction—it's a criminal offense with the potential for jail time, thousands of dollars in fines, and a permanent criminal record.

At Smith & Vinson Law Firm, we understand the overwhelming stress of this moment. Our DWI defense attorneys, led by former prosecutors and a former associate judge, stand ready to defend you, protect your rights, and fight for the best possible outcome.

You only have 15 days from your arrest to request a hearing to save your driver's license. Do not wait. Call us now at (512) 359-3743 for a free, confidential case evaluation.

A Proven Defense from a Team That Knows Both Sides

We approach every case with a deep commitment to upholding your constitutional rights. Our clients trust us for our honest, aggressive legal strategies and unwavering support. What sets Smith & Vinson Law Firm apart is our unmatched insight into the prosecution's playbook.

As former prosecutors, we have handled thousands of DWI cases from the other side. We know the procedures, the common mistakes officers make, and the exact strategies the State will use to try and convict you. We use this insider knowledge to deconstruct their case, challenge the evidence, and protect your freedom.

  1. Award-Winning Advocacy: Our attorneys have been recognized by Super Lawyers® and named "DWI Trial Warriors" by the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCDLA).
  2. Media-Recognized Experts: Our legal insights have been featured in news outlets like the Austin American-Statesman and KVUE, demonstrating our authority in Texas criminal law.
  3. Proven Williamson County Results: We have a track record of successfully defending clients in Williamson County, securing dismissals, acquittals, and reductions of DWI charges.

Contact Our Hutto DWI Defense Team Today

Your future is on the line, and the clock is ticking. You have 15 days to save your license and a limited time to build a strong defense. Contact the experienced Hutto DWI attorneys at Smith & Vinson Law Firm now. We will review your case for free, explain your options, and start building your defense today.

When you contact us, you begin a fair process backed by our local insight and commitment. We will review your situation, answer your questions honestly, and support you from the first call. Schedule a confidential consultation today and start moving forward. 

Call (512) 359-3743 now to take the next step in your defense.

Turning Charges into Chances Fighting for the Outcome You Deserve
Facing criminal charges can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. Our experienced team will fight tirelessly to protect your rights and your future, take control today.

What to Expect After a DWI Arrest in Hutto

Texas DWI laws are notoriously strict. For a first-time offense, you face a Class B Misdemeanor, which carries penalties including:

  • Up to 180 days in county jail
  • Fines up to $2,000
  • A driver's license suspension of up to one year
  • A permanent DWI conviction on your record that cannot be expunged or sealed.

The legal process begins immediately. You are fighting two battles at once: the criminal DWI charge in Williamson County court and the separate Administrative License Revocation (ALR) hearing to save your license.

You must act fast. If you fail to request an ALR hearing within 15 days of your arrest, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will automatically suspend your license. Our team can handle this for you immediately to protect your driving privileges while we build your criminal defense.

How Our Hutto DWI Lawyers Fight for You

Our defense process begins with a comprehensive investigation. We meticulously review every piece of evidence, including:

  1. The Traffic Stop: Did the Hutto police officer have a valid legal reason (reasonable suspicion) to pull you over?
  2. Field Sobriety Tests: Were the tests administered and graded correctly according to national (NHTSA) standards?
  3. Breath & Blood Tests: We challenge the reliability of the breathalyzer, the chain of custody of a blood sample, and the lab's testing procedures.
  4. Police Reports & Video: We search for inconsistencies in the officer's report and body/dash cam footage that can create reasonable doubt.

Our former prosecutor's insight gives you a distinct advantage. We know what evidence is required for a conviction and where the prosecution's case is weakest. We prepare every case for trial while aggressively negotiating with the Williamson County District Attorney's office for a dismissal or reduction of the charge.

Navigating the Williamson County Court Process

The legal process after a Hutto DWI arrest is confusing and moves quickly. Our attorneys will guide you through every milestone:

  • Immediate ALR Hearing Request: Our first priority is filing the paperwork to challenge your automatic license suspension.
  • Arraignment & Bond: We will represent you at your first court appearances, handling bond conditions and entering a "Not Guilty" plea.
  • Discovery & Investigation: We formally demand all the State's evidence against you and conduct our own independent investigation.
  • Pre-Trial Motions: We file motions to suppress illegally obtained evidence, which can severely weaken the prosecution's case.
  • Negotiation or Trial: We present our findings to the prosecutor to negotiate a dismissal or a favorable plea. If the State refuses to be reasonable, our award-winning trial lawyers are fully prepared to defend you before a jury.
  • Case Dismissed Assault Family Violence

    During a dispute with her boyfriend, our client threw a brass statue against a wall, which ended up bouncing and hitting him. He called the police and our client was arrested for Assault Family Violence.

  • Case Dismissed Assault Family Violence

    Our client was a mother who had allowed her adult son and family to move in with her due to some hardship. After a family dinner a heated discussion between our client and her daughter in law turned into a physical altercation.

  • Case Dismissed Theft

    Our client was allegedly caught shoplifting at an HEB. She had no prior arrest history, so we worked with her on proactively taking classes, which were used to her advantage during our negotiations. The client accepted a deferred adjudication on the shoplifting offense, which was ultimately dismissed.

  • Charges Reduced Intoxication Assault Causing Serious Bodily Injury

    Our client was charged with 5 Felony Counts including Intoxication Assault causing Serious Bodily Injury after being involved in a vehicle/pedicab accident that injured 3 people, one with life-threatening injuries. The arresting agency obtained a blood search warrant from our client and he was facing 5 felony counts.

  • Case Dismissed POCS Felony

    Our client was charged with a State Jail Felony while stopped for traffic violation in Williamson County. The officers searched the car and found THC oil pens. He was arrested for a felony. We found issues with the search and our investigation uncovered additional issues with the investigation. We pressed the prosecutor on these issues and, coupled with the clean UA’s we had our client take, the case was dismissed.

  • Case Dismissed Assault Family Violence

    Our client was drinking and watching sports with his girlfriend when they got into a heated argument. The argument escalated, and our client left in order to avoid further trouble. A neighbor called the police and our client’s girlfriend made a statement alleging that our client had assaulted her.

  • Case Dismissed Assault Family Violence w/ Strangulation and Injury to a Child

    Our client and his wife had a contentious relationship with his wife’s ex-husband, and, unfortunately, our client’s middle-school aged stepdaughter was caught in the middle. After getting into trouble at home, the stepdaughter falsely accused our client of strangling her.

  • Case Dismissed; Charges Reduced Two Counts of Sexual Assault of a Child and Four Counts of Indecency w/ a Child

    Our client was indicted on two counts of sex assault of a child and four counts of indecency with a child. Our client confessed to the offense and there was substantial physical evidence corroborating that confession. The State aggressively prosecuted this case and sought significant prison time.

  • Case Dismissed Possession of Controlled Substance

    Our client was pulled over for expired registration. Police smelled marijuana coming from the vehicle and conducted a probable cause search. Police found marijuana and pills containing a controlled substance, and the State charged our client with a felony. Our client was already facing multiple misdemeanor charges in another county.

  • Case Dismissed Public Intoxication

    After a night out our client got turned around in her apartment complex and knocked on a door she thought was her residence. Because of the late hour the police were called out to the scene and our client was charged with Public Intoxication.

  • Deferred Prosecution Juvenile Assault

    Our client was a juvenile who got into altercation with a classmate on school grounds and was charged with assault. We know the stress of facing a charge at a young age is a lot for a family to navigate without assistance and can come with severe repercussions. We took the challenge to the State to prove its case while keeping the family involved.

  • Case Dismissed Juvenile Sex Assault

    Our client, a young girl, was accused of sexually assaulting her young female cousin. Our client was a good student and was involved in a number of youth and school activities. She had a bright future ahead of her and she and her parents were understandably terrified that an accusation like this could ruin her life forever.

  • Case Dismissed Theft

    Our client, a legal permanent resident, was charged with stealing clothing at Macy’s. The State offered our client an initial plea deal. However, due to her immigration status, we advised our client that it was in her best interest to fight this case the whole way.

  • Charges Avoided Assault
  • Case Dismissed Possession of Controlled Substance

    Our client picked up a prostitute and was later pulled over for failing to signal. The police let the woman go, but found cocaine in the car on the passenger side and charged our client with possession of a controlled substance.

  • Charges Rejected Assault Bodily Injury Family Violence
  • Case Dismissed Felony Assault Family Violence

    Our client was charged with felony Assault Family Violence after an argument with his spouse allegedly turned physical. The evidence against our client was strong but, during the investigation, we found that our client’s spouse had a history of abusive behavior towards her living partners.

  • Case Dismissed Assault Family Violence

    Our client was charged with Assault Family Violence that resulted from an argument with his girlfriend. Our client had a good job with a baby on the way and desperately wanted his record clear to support his family.

  • Charges Dismissed Sexual Assault Investigation

    Our client, a promising Texas State student, was wrongfully accused of sexual assault by a classmate and hastily arrested. We demonstrated the consensual nature of their actions and exposed the accuser's ulterior motives. The District Attorney's Office dismissed the case.

  • Case Dismissed Aggravated Robbery

    Our client was indicted on the 1st Degree Felony charge of Aggravated Assault. He was out celebrating a birthday with friends when the party took a different turn and our client ended up being in the wrong place at the wrong time.

  • Case Dismissed Assault Family Violence

    Our client received an arrest warrant for an alleged assault on his brother’s girlfriend. He needed the warrant cleared so that he could be considered for a job he was applying for. Our firm worked with his brother’s girlfriend and found inconsistencies between her statements and those made by our client, his brother, and another eyewitness. We challenged the State’s attorney on these inconsistencies and case was ultimately dismissed.

  • Charges Dismissed Assault Bodily Injury Family Violence
  • Case Dismissed Assault with a Deadly Weapon

    Our client, a retired Marine, was out with some friends one night when he got into a fight at a gas station. He allegedly pulled out a knife and left the scene. Moments later, law enforcement pulled him over. He was charged with misdemeanor DWI, felony Assault with a Deadly Weapon, and two counts of felony Terroristic Threat.

  • Case Dismissed Aggravated Assault w/ Deadly Weapon

    Our client, a veteran with no criminal history, allegedly got into an altercation at a gas station after an argument about politics that started verbal turned physical. The client drove away before the other parties called police. Police caught up to him and arrested him, not only for the alleged altercation, but on suspicion of Driving While Intoxicated.

  • Charges Dismissed Sexual Assault

    Our client, who met a woman on a dating app alleging sexual assault, faced potential charges carrying up to 20 years in prison and lifetime sex offender registration. Through thorough case review and skilled negotiations by Smith and Vinson, the District Attorney's Office dismissed the case.

  • Not Guilty Sexual Abuse

    One Count of Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Minor; Three Counts of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Minor; Two Counts of Indecency of a Minor by Contact/Exposure

  • Case Dismissed Assault Family Violence

    Our client was charged with Assault Family Violence after an argument with his girlfriend in their shared residence. At the time of his arrest our Client was a young father who also worked for the city. Having this charge put him as risk of losing a custody battle for his child and his stable employment.

  • Deferred Adjudication Aggravated Assault Family Violence w/ Serious Bodily Injury

    Our client was involved in a domestic altercation that resulted in one of the parties sustaining a very serious life -altering injury that required serious medical intervention. We took the case and approached our defense with heavy strong willed negotiations with the State.

  • Deferred Adjudication Aggravated Assault & Tampering with Evidence

    Our client was involved in a verbal dispute that turned into an altercation where a firearm was discharged into the ground. The round ricocheted and grazed a party to the dispute. Our client was facing multiple felony convictions and a prison sentence.

  • Case Dismissed Felony Assault Family Violence

    Our client was charged with felony Assault Family Violence for allegedly attacking her ex-boyfriend and scratching his face. The State appeared ready to file enhanced charges. Upon receiving the evidence, our firm found issues with the police video and discovered that the 9-1-1 call did not indicate that our client as the first aggressor.

  • Case Dismissed Assault Family Violence

    Our client was charged with Assault Family Violence after an altercation with his girlfriend, who sustained a concussion and bite marks on her nose. Our investigation revealed that the girlfriend initiated the fight by pushing and biting our client.

  • Charges Dismissed Assault Bodily Injury Family Violence
  • Case Dismissed; Charges Reduced Two Counts of Sexual Assault of a Child

    Our client was arrested after two girls he met online turned out to be underage. He was charged with four counts of sex assault of a child. The State interviewed the girls and obtained incriminating cell phone evidence, as well as evidence of drug use. The DA’s Office aggressively prosecuted this case and sought prison time.

  • Cases Dismissed Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Misdemeanor Assault With Bodily Injury

    Our client was accused of attacking another man on two separate occasions, once with his hands and once with a knife in our client’s home. Our client had told the man to stay away from his family because the man had made romantic advances toward his wife, but the man persisted. Our client was charged with both misdemeanor Assault and Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.

  • No Charges Filed Sexual Assault Investigation

    Our client was a UT student who was accused of sexual assault. He came to our firm extremely scared about his future both with the university and within the criminal justice system. With our firm's help, he was able to show that his accuser was not credible. Smith and Vinson put together a defense that law enforcement recognized as credible evidence of his innocence and not to file charges which changed the course of our client's life.

  • No Charges Filed Sex Assault Investigation

    Our client had an affair with a married woman. When her husband found out, she accused him of rape and called the police, prompting an investigation. Our client wisely contacted our office immediately.

  • Case Dismissed; Charges Reduced Solicitation of a Minor

    Our client was a legal permanent resident with no criminal history when he was picked up for solicitation of a minor after a sting operation. He faced serious immigration consequences if convicted of a crime of this nature. In addition, the evidence against him was substantial and he was looking at prison time.

  • Not Guilty Sexual Assault

    NOT GUILTY of sexual assault and two lesser charges. Our client maintained his innocence from the start, and we believed him.

  • Case Dismissed; Charges Reduced Five counts of Sex Assault of a Child & Eight Counts of Indecency w/ a Child

    Our client was accused of being in a relationship with an underage teen. He was charged with six counts of sexual assault of a child and eight counts of indecency with a child. The evidence was overwhelming. He thought his life was over.

  • Case Dismissed Felony POCS & Probation Violation

    Our client was charged with an POCS 3rd degree felony while on probation in another county for a DWI 2nd. The car he was in was pulled over and, after officers obtained the consent of the driver, the car was searched. The police found cocaine in the vehicle and our client took responsibility.

  • Case Dismissed Aggravated Assault With a Deadly Weapon

    Our client was charged with felony Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon for allegedly pulling a boxcutter out during an altercation with another man. Our client had no prior contact with law enforcement. We thoroughly investigated the other party, and found that he had a history of violence and assault.

Texas Criminal Appeals FAQ

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  • Expungement is a legal process that can remove certain charges from your record, making it as if they never occurred. In Texas, eligibility for expungement depends on the specifics of the charge and its outcome. Certain eligible offenses include dismissed cases, certain juvenile illegal activities, and acquitted charges. If you are eligible, the process typically involves filing a petition with the court and attending a hearing. It's important to consult with a knowledgeable theft attorney to understand your options and the likelihood of success in obtaining an expungement. Smith & Vinson Law Firm can guide you through this process to help clear your name and improve your future prospects.
  • A theft conviction can have profound effects on your future, impacting your employment opportunities, educational prospects, and housing applications. Many employers conduct background checks and a conviction might raise concerns about trustworthiness. In terms of education, scholarships and financial aid can be at risk, especially if the program has moral conduct clauses. Additionally, landlords may be hesitant to rent to individuals with criminal records. You need a theft attorney on your side.

  • Being falsely accused of theft can be distressing, but it is crucial to remain composed and seek legal counsel immediately. Document your version of events as soon as possible while the details are fresh in your mind. Collect any evidence that can support your claim, such as receipts, witness testimonies, or surveillance footage. Avoid speaking to law enforcement without a lawyer present, as anything you say can be used as evidence against you. Contact Smith & Vinson Law Firm to discuss how our theft attorneys in Austin can help build a strong defense to clear your name and protect your rights.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 

What's the difference between DWI and DUI in Texas? In Texas, DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) is the primary charge for adults (21+) operating a vehicle with a BAC of 0.08% or higher, or who have lost the normal use of their faculties due to alcohol or drugs. DUI (Driving Under the Influence) is a charge specifically for minors (under 21) with any detectable amount of alcohol in their system.

Can I lose my license after a DWI arrest? Yes. Your license will be automatically suspended 40 days after your arrest unless you or your attorney request an ALR (Administrative License Revocation) hearing within 15 days of the arrest.

Will a DWI conviction be on my record forever? Yes. In Texas, a DWI conviction is permanent. It is one of the few offenses that cannot be expunged or sealed from your criminal record (with very limited exceptions). This is why it is critical to fight the charge from day one.

Why hire Smith & Vinson Law Firm for your DWI charges? You need attorneys with specific experience in Williamson County courts who have a deep understanding of DWI law. Our team of former prosecutors and award-winning trial lawyers gives you the best possible chance to challenge the evidence, protect your record, and save your license.

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  • The College of the State Bar of Texas
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