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Criminal defense exclusively since 2004 — nothing else. The firm has obtained more than 1,000 dismissals since 2020.
Real clients. Real cases. Real outcomes. Read what people facing criminal charges in Austin and Georgetown say about working with this firm.
608 W 12th St in Austin and 706 Rock St in Georgetown. Taylor Kacir handles Williamson County cases from the Georgetown office daily. Most Austin firms drive up I-35 for their Williamson County court dates — this one is already there.
Travis, Williamson, Hays County (San Marcos, Kyle, Buda), Bell County (Killeen, Temple, Belton), Caldwell County, Lee County, Coryell, Burnet, Milam, and Bastrop County courts. DWI, drug charges, felonies, assault, federal crimes, expunctions, and bond reduction hearings across Central Texas.
The Law Office of David D. White, PLLC handles criminal defense exclusively. No divorces. No personal injury. No estate planning. Every attorney in this office — David White, Kenneth Hines, and Taylor Kacir — focuses entirely on criminal defense in Travis, Williamson, Hays, and surrounding counties.
David White has practiced criminal defense since 2004 without a single day as a prosecutor. Kenneth Hines has handled cases in Hays and Caldwell County courts since 2008. Taylor Kacir is a former Bell County prosecutor who now defends clients in Williamson County courts from the firm’s Georgetown office daily.
When you call (512) 369-3737 after hours, an attorney answers — not a voicemail, not an answering service.
“When you hire this firm, you work directly with David White, Kenneth Hines, or Taylor Kacir. Every case is worked by all three attorneys as a team. You can reach an attorney 24 hours a day.”
David D. White
Criminal Defense Lawyer
Kenneth Hines and Taylor Kacir answer after-hours calls through the main number at (512) 369-3737. Christi manages the office and knows every active case. When something happens in your case, you reach the attorney handling it — not a case manager who has to look up your file.
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Arrested for a crime in Central Texas? David White, Kenneth Hines, and Taylor Kacir have defended clients in Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bell, Caldwell, and surrounding county courts. From misdemeanors to federal charges, this firm handles criminal defense exclusively.
It helps to have seen a criminal case from both sides. David White has spent his entire career, since 2004, on one side of the courtroom — defense, and only defense. Taylor Kacir spent hers on the other side, as a Bell County prosecutor, before joining the firm to defend the accused.
Between them, this firm knows how a defense is built and exactly how the State will try to take it apart. When you’re facing charges in Travis or Williamson County, that’s the combination you want in your corner.
DWI defense starts at $5,000. Federal starts at $40,000. Free consultation.
Criminal defense only — in Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bell, Caldwell, and surrounding counties across Central Texas.
I handle all driving while intoxicated (DWI) cases. Whether you’re a first offender or facing an intoxication manslaughter charge, you can rely on me to fight to protect your rights. Contact us for guidance and representation by an experienced Austin DWI defense.
Choose lawyer David D. White for representation by an experienced Austin assault lawyer. I’ll craft an effective defense against your assault charges. Penalties for assault in Texas range from paying a fine to prison time. Let me help you fight the charges.
Sex crimes are taken very seriously in Texas. Sexual assault charges are not only sensitive but can also turn your life upside down. Turn to our law firm for defense by an experienced Austin sexual assault lawyer and ensure your rights are protected.
Drug charges in Texas are taken seriously especially if there was an alleged intent to distribute. Attorney David D. White is an experienced Austin drug charges lawyer. Contact our law firm to learn your legal rights and options. Drug charges in Texas are classified into Penalty Groups that determine the severity of penalties — see our Texas drug penalty groups reference for the full breakdown.
Domestic violence cases are not only sensitive but often very complex. These charges are treated with more severity than when assault involves a stranger. Contact us for representation by an experienced Austin domestic violence lawyer for representation against malicious domestic violence charges.
Are you facing charges for tax fraud, Medicaid Fraud, securities fraud or other white collar crimes? Contact us for representation by an experienced Austin white collar crimes lawyer. Attorney David D. White is experienced in handling a wide variety of white collar crime cases.
Federal crimes include violations of U.S. federal laws. Federal offenses are prosecuted by government agencies and are punishable by penalties that are more severe than penalties for charges prosecuted at state courts. Contact us for representation by an experienced and skilled Austin federal crimes lawyer and ensure your rights and freedom are protected.
Texas has a reputation for penalizing those convicted of murder harshly. Fight murder charges and ensure your rights and freedom are protected with the help of an experienced Austin homicide defense lawyer from our law firm.
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Expungement is an opportunity to get a fresh start and put your past mistakes behind you. Let our Austin expungement lawyer help you erase your criminal record and get that second chance you deserve.
Real Client Testimonials
more than 250 five-star client reviews across Google and Avvo — read them and decide for yourself.
I was facing a nightmare situation — a felony warrant for something I didn't do. I spoke with three other lawyers before choosing David White. They all wanted to charge more and immediately pushed to schedule a walk-through arrest, saying they'd handle it after I got booked. David was completely different. He didn't make any assumptions about me or the charge. He truly listened to my side, reviewed all the evidence I gave him, and made sure the pro...
Unfortunately I have needed a few attorneys. Fortunately I was lucky enough to find Mr. White. He has helped me tremendously in my journey through the legal system. Believe me when I tell you that it is Money very well spent. It was easy to communicate with and get a hold of him and he was able to accomplish everything he told me was possible. If I ever know anyone who needs an attorney I will for sure recommend him!! Kelly M.
Absolute best law practice I’ve ever needed and used. Easy communication. From informative paralegals (Christi) to the attorneys David & Kenneth who helped me in getting my case dismissed. Want to say thank you very much for never putting me or my case on the back burner! Breah Richardson
David & Kenneth are heaven sent, the best team in Austin Texas, they had two felonies and one misdemeanor dismissed for me, I was looking at 2-20years and they were ready to take it to trial if need be, the charges didn’t even get indicted, their paralegal is amazing to, such a kind lady. I will ALWAYS recommend them to anybody needing a lawyer, thank y’all so much again i can’t express enough gratitude!!! Ashley Norris
The Law Office of David White helped me through the most insane experience of my life. A former business partner pressed criminal charges against me for Trade Secret Theft and Unauthorized Computer access, and it resulted in me getting indicted under some extremely serious charges. The accusations were completed fabricated and false and the evidence presented was misleading and dishonest, not to mention very complex as it had to do with technical com...
He is the best of the best of the best! A tenacious, optimistic, compassionate man of his word. Which is nearly impossible to find in the legal community. David White achieved what other lawyers had told me could never be done. And he did so within days of retaining him. Anyone needing excellent legal expertise with a humane and compassionate touch, David White is your guy! You will not be sorry. Joan T.
David and his office were extremely helpful with a tough decision. There level of expertise was first class. They also were super responsive and followed up twice just to see how things were going. Hard to find honest lawyers nowadays. I definitely recommend this firm. Clint Frerich
If you looking for a great lawyer that has your best interest in heart and that will fight for you and with you, look no further! I had never needed a lawyer in my life, life took a turn, I got to searching for a lawyer, I had spoken to a handful of lawyers that wanted to work my case but after speaking with Mr. White, I knew he was the one I wanted to stick with, not only did he handle everything for me, he got me a dismissal!!!!!!!! Thanks again Mr...
Use White and save Green David White, Attorney at Law has been by far the most respectable, diligent, and driven attorney one could possibly hope for! I was referred to him by a family member as well as friend. I couldn’t have made a better decision in an attorney to represent me in Travis County. I made a mistake that could have made the rest of my life more difficult. He met with me and was extremely honest with with me about my case and the p...
Quick and stress free process Not only did David get my Class A dismissed quickly (2 months from arrest date to dismissal date) but he did for substantially less then all of the other lawyers I had contacted before him. I highly recommend David ‘s services to anyone in need.
Mr. White has your back I was referred to David White by UT Legal Services (I was a previous student) and I am very happy they did! He is very thorough, friendly, easy to reach, and most importantly: works quickly. He successfully completed my expunction process for a class C misdemeanor. I no longer live in Austin and he handled my case entirely over the phone with no problems. During my consultation he patiently answered all my questions. After ...
Over exceeded my expectations!! Mr. White is an amazing lawyer. He helped me through one of the scariest periods of my life, going through the legal system. I didn’t want to do it alone, but I wanted someone I knew I could talk to and would get results. Well, Mr. White succeeded! I got a dismissal and I have a date set to see if I can file for early expunction. It’s the best case scenario I could have asked for!
More than 250 five-star reviews across Google and Avvo. The same four themes show up in feedback from clients.
A client recently told us we were the only firm that actually took the time to read the case file before developing a strategy. That is the difference. We read the police report, the warrant affidavit, the lab analysis, and the body camera footage. The defense we build comes from what is in your file, not from a script tied to the charge code. That is how cases get dismissed, how Grand Juries return no-bills in sexual assault matters, and how ALR hearings get won on the merits when other firms expect a routine loss.
At this firm, three attorneys work each case together. We meet weekly to review every active matter, and we keep diligent shared notes in Clio so any of us can see exactly where a case stands. Anyone can cover any county. By preference, David primarily handles Travis and can appear in any of our ten Central Texas counties. Taylor runs our Georgetown office on Rock Street and primarily handles Williamson, Bell, Lee, Coryell, and Bastrop. Kenneth primarily handles Travis, Hays, and Caldwell, and leads the expunction docket. When the attorney appears at your setting, they have been in on your case from intake.
This is a criminal defense firm. Not a general practice that takes criminal cases on the side. David White built the firm on the defense side of the courtroom and has practiced there since 2004 across ten Central Texas counties. Taylor Kacir runs our Georgetown office on Rock Street and appears in Williamson County courts daily. Kenneth Hines leads the expunction team and clears criminal records for clients across the region. One focus, three attorneys, two physical offices in Austin and Georgetown.
Clients tell us they walk out of the first meeting feeling calmer than when they walked in. That is not because we promise outcomes we cannot guarantee. It is because they finally understand what the charge means, what the prosecutor has to prove, what the realistic range of outcomes looks like, and what the next 30 days will require. Calm comes from clarity.
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About the firm
The Law Office of David D. White, PLLC was founded in Austin in 2008. David White was licensed in 2004 and has practiced criminal defense exclusively since then. The firm now has offices in Austin and Georgetown and handles criminal cases across Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bell, Caldwell, and surrounding counties.
Kenneth Hines leads the firm’s expunction practice and handles Hays and Caldwell County cases. Taylor Kacir, a former Bell County prosecutor, handles Williamson County cases from the Georgetown office daily. Christi manages the Austin office and knows every active case.
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David kept me out of prison when I was facing a felony drug charge in Travis County. He knew exactly what arguments to make and when to make them. I cannot recommend him enough. - Michael R.
Taylor handled my DWI case in Williamson County from start to finish. She was in the Georgetown office every time I needed to meet in person. My case was dismissed and I never felt lost in the process. - James K.
Kenneth got my record expunged in Hays County faster than I thought possible. He answered my questions after hours and never made me feel like just another case number. - Amanda S.
He didn't make any assumptions about me or the charge. He truly listened to my side, reviewed all the evidence I gave him, and made sure the prosecutor heard that exact same information. The warrant was recalled and the prosecutor dismissed the entire case with no charges ever filed. I never had to step foot in a courtroom or get booked. - Elizabeth W., Travis County.
Criminal defense is the only thing this firm does, and it has been since 2004 — no civil, no family law, no dabbling. Practicing on one side of the courtroom since 2004, across ten Central Texas counties.
Every case is worked by three attorneys together: founder David White, former Bell County prosecutor Taylor Kacir, and Kenneth Hines, who handles expunctions and record-sealing in-house. One of us learned how the State builds its cases by building them — and that’s the view we bring to yours.
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In our clients’ words
“If I could give more stars, I would.” — Frances P., Google review
“He truly is a master of his craft and a shining example of what an attorney should be.” — Banas, Google review
“His focus is laser sharp and he has a masterful grasp of the law and legal process.” — Mike H., Google review
Every case is fact-specific; past results don’t guarantee future outcomes.
Criminal Defense Experience Since 2004
An arrest happens at the worst possible time. Usually late, usually on a weekend, usually when law offices are closed. At this firm, David, Kenneth, and Taylor rotate after-hours calls. If you are arrested in Austin tonight, you can reach an attorney at this firm tonight. That first call is where the ALR deadline is explained, where you learn what not to say, and where representation begins.
When you are arrested for DWI in Texas, the Department of Public Safety starts an administrative process to suspend your driver’s license. You have 15 days from the arrest to request a hearing. Miss the deadline and the suspension is automatic. Request the hearing in time and the suspension is put on hold. The firm files the ALR request on the first business day of representation, gets the police report discovery the hearing provides, and uses that discovery to build the criminal defense. The ALR hearing is included at no additional cost when a DWI fee is paid in full at hire.
Many Austin criminal defense firms advertise Williamson County coverage without actually showing up there. This firm operates a Georgetown office at 706 Rock St. Taylor Kacir works out of Georgetown daily and is a former Bell County prosecutor. Williamson County is not a satellite practice for this firm. Courthouse relationships, local prosecutor familiarity, and the practical knowledge of how Williamson judges run their dockets all come from actually being there.
Before a felony case reaches a jury trial, it goes to a grand jury. Most attorneys treat the grand jury as a formality. This firm treats it as the first real opportunity to end a case. Presenting exculpatory evidence, witness statements, and a factual narrative to the grand jury before an indictment can result in a no-bill, which stops the case before charges are formally filed. The firm has used this strategy in sexual assault, family violence, and other serious felony cases. Not every case is a candidate. Where it applies, it is a strategy most firms never pursue.
Getting arrested is one problem. Living with the record is another. Many firms treat expunctions as a side practice and take weeks to file. Kenneth Hines leads the expunction and nondisclosure practice at this firm. Expunction filings in Travis County start at $1,900. Outside Travis County they start at $2,500. Cases move from intake to filing to order on a schedule. If your arrest qualifies, Kenneth will tell you straight in the consultation. If it does not qualify, he will tell you that too.
Deferred adjudication probation is often offered in Travis County for first-offense cases. It is not automatic, and it is not always the right answer. When accepted carefully and the terms are completed, deferred adjudication ends in no conviction on the record and, for many offenses, eligibility for a nondisclosure filing later. When accepted without understanding the trade-offs, it can create collateral consequences the client did not anticipate, including for immigration, firearm rights, and professional licensing. The firm walks every client through what deferred adjudication means for their specific situation before recommending it.
Criminal defense only. Since 2004, in Travis, Williamson, Hays, and surrounding counties. Austin and Georgetown offices. Free consultation. Flat-rate fees.
At the Law Office of David D. White, PLLC, we treat each case as unique. We will give your case the care and attention it deserves. We will fight for the best possible outcome.
The steps you take after being arrested in connection with a crime can either benefit your case or have adverse effects on it. If you or a loved one has been arrested:
You have the right to remain silent after an arrest. You should assert this right in order to avoid making incriminating statements. It is best not to speak to the police, even if it is to tell them you are innocent until you have spoken to an experienced criminal defense lawyer.
You have the right to an attorney. Law enforcement officers are required to stop any interrogations when you ask for an attorney. It is best to have an experienced criminal defense attorney present while you are being questioned. We will ensure that your rights are protected and that you don’t say anything that could damage your case.
Don’t hire just any attorney for your case. Contact Law Office of David D. White, PLLC and ensure you have a strong, experienced defense team on your side. We are committed to fighting to defend the rights and freedom of those accused of crimes. We will defend you aggressively and work to get the best possible outcome. Get a FREE consultation now.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most often from people facing criminal charges in Austin and Georgetown.
In Texas these are two separate offenses under two different statutes.
DUI applies only to drivers under 21. Under Alcoholic Beverage Code Section 106.041, a driver under 21 with any detectable amount of alcohol commits DUI. The standard is any detectable alcohol, not 0.08. A first DUI is a Class C misdemeanor.
DWI applies to drivers of any age. Under Penal Code Section 49.04, a driver commits DWI by operating a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated. Intoxication means a blood or breath alcohol concentration of 0.08 or higher, or not having normal use of mental or physical faculties due to alcohol or drugs. A first DWI is a Class B misdemeanor, and a first DWI with a BAC of 0.15 or higher is a Class A misdemeanor.
A driver under 21 can be charged with both DUI and DWI from the same stop if the BAC is 0.08 or higher. The charges cover the same incident but carry different consequences.
This firm charges flat fees, not hourly. You know the total cost of representation before you hire us. The fee covers all work on the case through disposition.
Representative flat fees at this firm:
DWI first offense: $5,000
DWI second offense: starting at $6,000
Felony DWI: starting at $7,500
ALR hearing (standalone): $1,500, included when a DWI fee is paid in full at the time of hire
Class A or B misdemeanor: $5,000
Class C misdemeanor: $1,000
Felony drug case: starting at $7,500
Felony violent case: starting at $10,000
Federal case: starting at $40,000
Expunction (Travis County): starting at $1,900
Expunction (outside Travis County): starting at $2,500
Payment plans are available. The firm accepts most major credit cards. The first consultation is free and confidential.
A DWI arrest in Texas starts two separate processes that run at the same time.
The criminal case. The prosecutor’s office files charges in court. Your first court date is typically 30 to 60 days after arrest in Travis, Williamson, or Hays counties. An attorney negotiates with the prosecutor, reviews the arrest video and blood or breath evidence, and files any motion that applies to your case.
The license suspension case. This is the Administrative License Revocation (ALR) process. If you refused a breath or blood test, or if your BAC was 0.08 or higher, the Department of Public Safety moves to suspend your driver’s license. You have 15 days from the arrest date to request an ALR hearing. If you miss the deadline, your license is suspended automatically. If you request the hearing in time, the suspension is put on hold until the hearing is held. At the hearing, a DPS attorney has to prove the stop and arrest were lawful, and your attorney can cross-examine the arresting officer under oath. A win at the ALR hearing keeps your license and can produce useful evidence for the criminal case.
Call an attorney before day 15. The ALR deadline does not restart. Missing it cannot be undone.
Sometimes. Texas offers two separate remedies, and they apply to different situations.
Expunction. Under Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55, an expunction destroys all records of the arrest and case. The arrest is treated as if it never happened. You can truthfully deny it on a job application. Expunction is available if the case was dismissed, if you were found not guilty, if no charges were filed after arrest and the statute of limitations has passed, or in a few other specific situations. It is not available for most convictions or deferred adjudications.
Nondisclosure. Under Government Code Chapter 411, an order of nondisclosure seals a criminal record from public view. Most employers cannot see a sealed record, though law enforcement and certain licensing agencies can. Nondisclosure is available for many deferred adjudications and some convictions after a waiting period. Some offenses, including DWI with a BAC of 0.15 or higher and most offenses involving family violence, are excluded from nondisclosure.
Kenneth Hines handles the firm’s expunction and nondisclosure practice. A consultation reviews which remedy applies to your case, whether any waiting period applies, and what the filing fee and timeline look like in the county where the case was filed.
Six things, in order.
1. Invoke your right to remain silent. Say out loud: “I am going to remain silent. I want a lawyer.” Then stop talking. Do not explain. Do not argue. Do not try to talk your way out of it. Anything you say is on video and in the report.
2. Do not consent to searches. If an officer asks to search your car, your phone, your home, or your person, say: “I do not consent to any searches.” Saying so does not create probable cause. Consent waives your Fourth Amendment protections.
3. If you are offered a breath or blood test after a DWI arrest, understand the tradeoff. Refusing triggers an automatic license suspension. Taking the test produces evidence the prosecutor will use. An attorney can walk you through the tradeoff before you decide on a future stop. For the current arrest, what is done is done.
4. Write down everything you remember as soon as you can. What the officer said. What you said. The order events happened in. Any witnesses. Any video cameras you saw nearby. Details fade quickly. Write them down the same day.
5. Do not post about the arrest on social media. Prosecutors and police read public social media. A Facebook post made at 2 a.m. after a DWI arrest can become Exhibit A at trial.
6. Call an attorney. At this firm, David, Kenneth, and Taylor all answer after-hours calls. If you are arrested in Austin tonight, you can reach an attorney at this firm tonight.
A family violence charge under Texas Penal Code Section 22.01(b)(2) carries consequences beyond the criminal case itself. The consequences depend on the specific disposition and on whether a finding of family violence is entered by the court.
Firearm rights. A conviction or deferred adjudication with a family violence finding triggers 18 U.S.C. 922(g), the federal Lautenberg Amendment. Once triggered, federal law prohibits possessing a firearm or ammunition. The prohibition is federal, and a state court judge cannot lift it. For many clients, avoiding a family violence finding is the most important strategic goal of the case, because the firearm consequence is lifelong.
Immigration. Family violence offenses are categorized as crimes of moral turpitude and as deportable offenses for non-citizens. The immigration consequences can apply even to dispositions the criminal system treats as favorable, including deferred adjudication. Any non-citizen facing a family violence charge should retain counsel experienced in the crimmigration overlap.
Family court. A family violence finding affects custody and visitation in family court. Texas Family Code Section 153.004 imposes a rebuttable presumption against awarding joint custody to a parent with a family violence history. A charge alone does not create the presumption; a finding does.
Professional licensing. Medical, nursing, legal, commercial driving, and many other state licenses are affected by a family violence conviction or finding. Reporting obligations apply whether or not the license board asks.
Protective orders. A criminal case can run alongside a civil protective order. The two processes are separate. An order granted in one does not automatically resolve the other.
The firm handles family violence cases through Grand Jury presentation strategies, pretrial diversion where available, and negotiation for dispositions that avoid a family violence finding. Kenneth and Taylor handle case evaluation alongside David. A free confidential consultation reviews the specific charge, the disposition options that apply, and the collateral consequences that matter most in your case.
If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Austin, you almost always need a criminal defense lawyer. Talking to police, accepting a plea, or missing a filing deadline without counsel can permanently affect your record, your job, and your freedom. The Law Office of David D. White handles DWI, drug, assault, theft, felony, and federal charges in Travis, Williamson, and Central Texas courts, and offers a free consultation to review your options.
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