Texas DWI Defense Lawyer | Former Prosecutor | Cardenas Witt Law

A DWI arrest in Texas can feel like the ground just dropped out from under you. One minute you’re driving home, the next you’re facing flashing lights, field sobriety tests, and the threat of losing your license, your job, and your reputation.

In Texas, driving while intoxicated (DWI) is taken seriously — and the penalties are steep. A conviction can mean jail time, fines, a suspended license, skyrocketing insurance rates, and a permanent criminal record. And the truth is, many people don’t realize how quickly a DWI can snowball until they’re already in it.

At Cardenas Witt Law, we’ve been on both sides of the courtroom. Tayrin Cardenas Wittenstein, our founder, is a former Texas prosecutor and award-winning trial lawyer known for her skill in DWI trials. We know how prosecutors build their cases — and we know how to dismantle them.

What’s at Risk in a Texas DWI Case

• License suspension or revocation
• Jail time — even for a first offense in certain situations
• Hefty fines and court costs
• Ignition interlock device requirements
• Permanent criminal record that can affect jobs, housing, and travel

How We Defend DWI Charges

We don’t just accept the evidence at face value. We challenge it — every test, every report, every step of the arrest. Our defense strategies often include:

• Reviewing whether the traffic stop was legal
• Examining the accuracy and handling of breath or blood tests
• Identifying errors in field sobriety tests
• Negotiating for reduced charges or dismissal when possible
• Preparing a trial strategy from day one

Whether this is your first DWI or you’ve been through the system before, we make sure you understand your options, your risks, and your defense. We keep you informed, involved, and ready — and we fight to protect your record, your license, and your future.

Call Cardenas Witt Law now to speak directly with a Texas DWI defense lawyer who knows how to challenge the evidence and protect what matters most.