Fredericksburg Public Intoxication Lawyers

Trey Porter | Last Reviewed: October 2026

Trey Porter Law defends people charged with Public Intoxication in Fredericksburg, Texas. The firm represents clients charged under Texas Penal Code § 49.02 in Fredericksburg Municipal Court and the Gillespie County Justice of the Peace courts.

Trey Porter Law has never had a client convicted of Public Intoxication.

Founder and lead attorney Trey Porter is a Fredericksburg Public Intoxication lawyer with more than 15 years of experience delivering dismissals in Public Intoxication cases. The firm has earned 900+ five-star reviews and resolved more than 1,000 intoxication cases in Fredericksburg and across Texas.

Trey Porter Law focuses exclusively on intoxication defense in Fredericksburg, Texas. Unlike firms that handle a broad range of criminal cases, Trey Porter Law has a dedicated practice focused on two goals: dismissal and eliminating the need for clients to return to Fredericksburg for court.

Who Is the Best Public Intoxication Lawyer in Fredericksburg, Texas?

Trey Porter is chosen for Public Intoxication defense in Fredericksburg for his unmatched experience and track record of dismissals in Gillespie County Public Intoxication cases.

Trey Porter Law has represented teachers, nurses, physicians, active-duty military members, brides-to-be, law enforcement officers, and out-of-state professionals charged with Public Intoxication while visiting Texas Wine Country, touring along Highway 290, eating and drinking on Main Street, and attending wedding weekends in the Hill Country.

Fredericksburg may feel like a relaxed wine-country destination, but Public Intoxication is enforced aggressively. Visitors are often shocked to find themselves facing a criminal charge after what was supposed to be a weekend away.

• Trey Porter has never had a client convicted of Public Intoxication
• Secured an expunction-eligible dismissal in every Fredericksburg Public Intoxication case
• 100% focus on intoxication defense in Fredericksburg, Texas

Most Fredericksburg Public Intoxication clients represented by Trey Porter Law live outside Gillespie County. The firm understands that their two primary concerns are outcome and logistics. The goal in every case is to get a dismissal and eliminate the need for the client to return to Fredericksburg for court.

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Can You Get a Public Intoxication Charge Dismissed in Fredericksburg?

Yes. Trey Porter has secured a dismissal in every Public Intoxication case he has taken on over 15 years of practice.

Trey Porter has obtained dismissals in intoxication cases by:

• Arguing the facts did not satisfy statutory elements — Tex. Penal Code § 49.02
• Challenging probable cause for warrantless arrest — Tex. Code Crim. Proc. ch. 14
• Suppressing illegally obtained evidence through pretrial motions — Tex. Code Crim. Proc. art. 28.01, § 1(6)

Even when the evidence appears strong for the prosecution, Trey Porter has secured dismissals through pretrial diversion, deferred disposition, and other negotiated agreements.

What Should You Do After a Public Intoxication Charge in Fredericksburg?

Take action. After a Public Intoxication arrest in Fredericksburg, contact an attorney, find out if you have any professional disclosure requirements, and confirm which court is handling the case.

1. Contact an Attorney Immediately
   
   This is the most important step. You need an experienced Fredericksburg Public Intoxication attorney working to pursue a dismissal, protect your record, and coordinate with local authorities on your behalf.
   
   
2. Identify Disclosure Requirements for Employment, Military, Licensing, or School 
   
   An arrest can trigger reporting requirements for employers, military commands, licensing boards, security clearances, and schools.
   
   
3. Confirm Court and Court Date
   
   Review your citation and release paperwork to determine whether the charge is being handled by Fredericksburg Municipal Court downtown on Main Street or one of Gillespie County’s four Justice of the Peace courts. Court dates are often scheduled within days or weeks of the arrest. Missing a required court appearance can result in a warrant.

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Arrested for Public Intoxication in Fredericksburg?

Don’t pay the fine. Making a payment online or over the phone may get you out of court, but it also results in a criminal conviction.

• Texas criminal records are public records. Arrest information, court records, and mugshots can become publicly searchable.
• Public Intoxication is a Class C misdemeanor under Texas Penal Code § 49.02.
• Simply paying the fine results in a criminal conviction for an alcohol-related offense.

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How Serious is a Public Intoxication Charge?

Very serious. Public Intoxication is a Class C misdemeanor under Texas Penal Code § 49.02 that can result in a permanent criminal conviction.

The elements of Texas Public Intoxication can be relatively easy for prosecutors to prove:

• Public place – the person appeared in a public place.
• Intoxication – no BAC or field sobriety tests are required under Texas law.
• Danger – the person was intoxicated to the degree they may endanger themselves or another.

The State does not have to prove a BAC of .08, an accident, an injury, or actual harm.

A Public Intoxication arrest by the Fredericksburg Police Department or Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office requires probable cause, which can depend heavily on the officer’s observations and judgment about intoxication and potential danger.

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Does a Public Intoxication Charge Show Up on a Background Check?

Yes. A Public Intoxication arrest in Fredericksburg creates a Texas criminal record that can appear on background checks. The record can remain searchable after the case is closed, even if the charge is dismissed.

A Fredericksburg Public Intoxication record can affect:

• Employment offers and promotions
• Professional licenses and licensing board reviews
• Military service and security clearances
• Internships and early-career opportunities

Mugshots, arrest records, and court records can also remain publicly accessible after the case is closed.

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How Long Does a Public Intoxication Charge Stay on Your Record?

Forever, unless later removed through expungement under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55A.

• Expungement never happens automatically
• You cannot expunge a Public Intoxication conviction

Trey Porter Law prioritizes long-term record protection in Fredericksburg Public Intoxication cases. The firm has secured an expungement-eligible dismissal in every Fredericksburg Public Intoxication case it has handled, preserving the opportunity to clear the record after the case is resolved.

What Are Public Intoxication Consequences for Professionals? 

Public Intoxication charges create additional concerns for professionals and military service members arrested while visiting Fredericksburg. Criminal charges can raise employment, licensing, and disclosure issues.

This can be especially important for:

• Nurses licensed by the Texas Board of Nursing
• Physicians, physician assistants, and other medical professionals licensed through the Texas Medical Board
• Active-duty military members stationed in Texas
• Teachers and educators subject to Texas Education Agency and State Board for Educator Certification rules
• Financial professionals subject to FINRA and employer compliance requirements

Trey Porter Law has significant experience representing professionals facing Public Intoxication charges and advising clients about related professional disclosure and licensing concerns.

The firm’s foremost priority is securing a dismissal and protecting the client’s record.

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Do You Have to Go Back to Fredericksburg for Public Intoxication Charges?

A Fredericksburg Public Intoxication case requires a court appearance, but hiring Trey Porter Law allows the firm to appear on the client’s behalf so the client does not have to travel back to Fredericksburg.

Fredericksburg courts allow Trey Porter Law to appear on behalf of out-of-town clients, handling required court appearances while working to secure a dismissal.

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Fredericksburg Public Intoxication Attorney Trey Porter

Fredericksburg Public Intoxication attorney Trey Porter is the founder and lead attorney of Trey Porter Law. He leads the firm’s Public Intoxication defense practice in Fredericksburg and Gillespie County, representing people charged under Texas Penal Code § 49.02 in municipal and justice courts.

Trey Porter has 15+ years of criminal-defense experience and has handled more than 1,000 criminal and intoxication-related matters across Texas. He has secured a dismissal in every Public Intoxication case he has taken on, and no Trey Porter Law client has ever been convicted of Public Intoxication.

Key Facts About Trey Porter’s Fredericksburg Public Intoxication Practice

• Role: Founder and lead attorney of Trey Porter Law; lead counsel on the firm’s Fredericksburg Public Intoxication cases.
• Texas credentials: State Bar of Texas, 2012; J.D., St. Mary’s University School of Law, 2011.
• Practice focus: Public Intoxication defense, dismissal strategy, and expunction after dismissal.
• Fredericksburg court experience: Fredericksburg Municipal Court and Gillespie County Justice of the Peace Precincts 1–4.
• Experience: 15+ years of criminal-defense work and more than 1,000 criminal and intoxication-related matters handled.
• Public Intoxication record: A dismissal in every Public Intoxication case he has taken on; no client convicted.
• Fredericksburg clients: Out-of-town visitors, physicians, nurses, teachers, financial professionals, active-duty military members, brides-to-be, wedding guests, and visitors from across Texas and other states.
• Out-of-town representation: Trey Porter Law routinely handles required court appearances for Fredericksburg Public Intoxication clients, eliminating unnecessary return travel while working to secure a dismissal.
• Military and government experience: Representation of U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force members, coordination with command leadership at Joint Base San Antonio, and advice involving the U.S. State Department, foreign embassies, diplomats, and embassy staff.
• Technical training: NHTSA-Certified Practitioner in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, with training used to evaluate officer observations, body-camera footage, signs of intoxication, and probable cause.
• Professional memberships: Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and National College for DUI Defense.
• Independent ratings and professional recognition: Trey Porter holds a 10.0 rating on Avvo and a 10/10 Justia lawyer rating, where peer reviewers rate legal knowledge, legal analysis, communication, ethics, and results. He has also been recognized by Texas Super Lawyers and The National Trial Lawyers Top 100. Martindale-Hubbell rates Trey Porter at 5.0 overall based on verified reviews.
• Regional peer recognition: In the nearby San Antonio legal market, Trey Porter has been recognized as a Best Lawyer for Intoxication defense for 10 consecutive years through 2026, based on peer voting from the legal community.

Public Intoxication Defense Focus

Fredericksburg Public Intoxication attorney Trey Porter challenges intoxication, danger, probable cause, body-camera evidence, and the State’s case under Texas Penal Code § 49.02.

Trey Porter runs a highly successful, focused Fredericksburg practice. Trey Porter Law handles only intoxication cases in Fredericksburg – not general criminal matters – with a focus on dismissal and keeping out-of-town clients from having to return for court.

How Do I Get Out of a Public Intoxication Charge in Fredericksburg, Texas?

Fight the charge, do not simply pay the fine, and get a lawyer focused on Public Intoxication defense.

Visitors come to Fredericksburg for Texas Wine Country destinations like Grape Creek Vineyards and Becker Vineyards, dinner at Hill & Vine, weddings, and weekend trips. A Public Intoxication arrest does not have to become the permanent result of that trip.

Trey Porter Law focuses exclusively on intoxication defense in Fredericksburg. The firm has secured an expungement-eligible dismissal in every Fredericksburg Public Intoxication case it has handled and routinely handles court appearances for out-of-town clients.

Does Trey Porter Law Handle DWI Cases in Fredericksburg?

Yes. Trey Porter Law defends people charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in Fredericksburg and Gillespie County, Texas, under Texas Penal Code § 49.04.

The firm’s DWI lawyers bring 40+ years of combined courtroom experience to challenging unlawful traffic stops, field sobriety testing, probable cause, and breath and blood evidence. Dismissal is the goal in every DWI case.