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Houston DWI Defense Lawyer

A former Harris County prosecutor defending people accused of alcohol- or drug-related driving offenses.

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Houston, Texas · Bilingual · Se habla español

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The brief

Your case gets direct attention.

A DWI arrest can affect your driver's license, criminal record, employment, and future. The consequences reach beyond the accusation itself, making a careful review of the investigation essential to the defense.

The Law Office of Claudia Lopez, PLLC handles first-time and repeat DWI charges, cases involving accidents or child passengers, breath and blood testing, refusals, and other alcohol- or drug-related driving allegations.

What we handle

How the firm can help.

Direct attorney attention, from investigation and negotiation to trial when necessary.

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First-time and repeat charges
Defending people facing a first DWI accusation or a repeat charge.
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Accidents and child passengers
Handling DWI cases involving accidents or allegations involving child passengers.
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Breath and blood testing
Reviewing breath and blood testing in the context of the investigation and prosecution.
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Refusals and related allegations
Handling refusals and other alcohol- or drug-related driving accusations.

Claudia Lopez

Understanding the prosecution's approach.

As a former Harris County prosecutor, Claudia Lopez knows how DWI cases are investigated and prosecuted. She uses that experience to examine the State's case and defend the accused.

The approach

Attention at every stage.

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The first conversation
Discuss your matter directly with the attorney. Communications are available in English and Spanish.
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Investigation
A careful review of the facts and evidence, with timely updates in plain language.
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Negotiation
Thorough preparation and strategic negotiation, guided by the circumstances of your case.
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Trial when necessary
Claudia Lopez prepares every case as if a jury will hear it.

Serving Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Brazoria, Galveston and surrounding counties

Your first conversation

What to bring to a consultation.

Bring what you have. Missing a report or record does not prevent you from contacting the firm. Discuss how to share sensitive material securely.

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Arrest and release paperwork, case numbers, court settings, and bond conditions.
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Any driver license suspension notice, temporary permit, or letter received from Texas DPS.
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A timeline of the stop, testing, arrest, and any medical circumstances you want the attorney to understand.
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Questions about criminal representation, license proceedings, fees, and the scope of the agreement.

Common questions

Before you decide.

General information. Your circumstances require individual advice from an attorney.

Is the driver license case separate from the DWI charge?

Yes. Texas DPS describes Administrative License Revocation as a civil process separate from the criminal DWI case. Hearing request deadlines depend on how the suspension notice was issued. Have the actual notice reviewed promptly and ask what representation is included.

Source: Texas DPS: Administrative License Revocation Program

Can a breath or blood result be reviewed?

The firm reviews testing in the context of the entire investigation, including the stop, arrest, records, and circumstances of collection. A test result is an important part of the case, but its existence alone does not answer every factual or legal question.

Does the firm handle a first DWI and repeat accusations?

Yes. The firm's confirmed DWI practice includes first-time and repeat charges, breath and blood testing, refusals, and cases involving accidents or child passengers. The charge and history must be reviewed before discussing possible consequences or a defense strategy.

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