Law Office of David A. Breston

Practice areas

The firm's work focuses on:

• Criminal defense in Texas state courts (including misdemeanors and felonies).
• Federal criminal defense.
• Juvenile criminal matters.
• Immigration and naturalization law, including family-based immigration petitions and deportation/removal defense.

Experience and reputation

• The firm's attorneys have decades of combined experience defending clients in criminal and immigration matters.
• The website notes that the firm has defended thousands of clients over the years and has earned positive reviews on platforms such as Google, Yelp, and Facebook.
• The firm positions itself as working to repair aspects of the criminal justice system it views as unjust, and to provide personal attention and communication to clients.

Service area

The firm represents clients in Houston, Harris County, and the greater Houston area, including communities such as:

• The Woodlands
• Baytown
• Pasadena
• Cypress
• Sugar Land
• Pearland
• Galveston
• League City

Languages

• Legal services are available in English and Spanish, reflecting the language abilities of multiple attorneys at the firm.

For more detailed information about specific attorneys or services, see the separate documents on the firm's attorneys and on the types of cases the firm handles.

We represent clients in a wide range of criminal matters, including:

• Assault cases – defending clients across the spectrum of Texas assault charges, where the line between a misdemeanor and a felony can be narrow.
• Domestic violence – including cases where an arrest may have been used as a scare tactic or to "teach a lesson." We investigate the circumstances and evidence to protect your rights.
• Sex crimes – serious charges that carry harsh penalties and significant social stigma. We work to prevent your life from being permanently damaged by an accusation.
• DWI / DUI charges – representing people arrested for driving while intoxicated. An arrest does not automatically mean a conviction, and we work to avoid a lasting criminal record.
• Drug crimes – including possession of controlled substances and more serious drug offenses. Even a small amount can lead to serious consequences in Texas.
• Juvenile criminal prosecutions – defending minors accused of crimes in juvenile court.
• Misdemeanors – including many lower-level offenses that can still have long-term effects, such as on background checks.
• Felonies – serious state charges that can affect employment, housing, finances, and civil rights.
• Federal criminal cases – including white-collar and other offenses prosecuted in federal court.

State, federal, and local criminal matters

• We defend clients in Texas state courts on charges such as DWI, drug crimes, assault, domestic violence, sex offenses, theft, robbery, burglary, and other offenses against persons or property.
• We handle federal criminal matters where alleged conduct falls under federal jurisdiction, including certain white-collar, drug trafficking, and multi-state cases.
• We work to keep close cases in state court where possible, to avoid the greater exposure that can come with federal sentencing.

Immigration-related criminal defense

• We defend non-citizens facing deportation or removal proceedings that stem from criminal allegations.
• We handle immigration and naturalization matters, including family-based immigration petitions for permanent residency.

Focus of our representation

• Protecting clients' constitutional rights at every stage of the criminal process.
• Seeking dismissals, reductions of charges, or other outcomes that minimize long-term consequences.
• Providing individualized defense strategies tailored to the specific facts, charges, and goals in each case.

This document is a general overview of the kinds of matters we handle. For questions about a specific charge or situation, contact the office directly for a free, confidential consultation.

1820 W Bell St. Houston, TX 77019

The website advertises free confidential consultations and a 24-hour response, inviting prospective clients to call for help at any time.

How to request a free consultation

• Call the office at (713) 224-4040 to request a free, confidential consultation about your criminal or immigration matter.
• An online contact form is also available on the firm's website for those who prefer to submit details of their case electronically.

Specific in-person office hours are not listed on the website. For the most current information about meeting times or availability, call the office.

Geographic areas served

Law Office of David A. Breston is based in Houston and serves clients in:

• Houston and Harris County
• Surrounding communities in the greater Houston area, including:

The Woodlands, Baytown, Pasadena, Cypress, Sugar Land, Pearland, Galveston, and League City.

For questions about whether the firm can assist with a matter outside these areas, contact the office directly by phone.

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• In Texas, it is illegal to drive when you are "impaired" by alcohol or drugs (including some prescription medications).
• The legal blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) limit in Texas is 0.08. A test result at or above this level can be used as evidence that you were driving under the influence.
• Many drivers reach an impairing level of alcohol or drugs before they consider themselves obviously drunk or "stoned."

How police evaluate possible intoxication

Police commonly use three types of evidence when deciding whether to arrest someone for DWI:

1. Driving observations – such as swerving, speeding, failing to stop, or driving unusually slowly.
2. Field sobriety tests – balance and coordination tests (for example, standing on one leg, walking a straight line heel-to-toe) and observations of your speech and movements.
3. Chemical tests – measuring alcohol in your blood, breath, or urine to estimate your BAC.

How the firm helps in DWI cases

The firm's DWI defense work includes:

• Challenging the basis for the traffic stop and the arrest.
• Examining how field sobriety and chemical tests were conducted and whether procedures were followed.
• Seeking to prevent a DWI arrest from resulting in a permanent criminal conviction where possible.
• Assisting with related driver's license issues, including Administrative License Revocation (ALR) proceedings and occupational/restricted licenses when available.

Free consultation for DWI cases

If you have been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Texas, you can contact Law Office of David A. Breston for a free consultation at (713) 224-4040 to discuss your situation and possible defenses.

This information is general and does not replace legal advice about your specific case. For guidance tailored to your circumstances, speak directly with an attorney at the firm.

• Role: Founding attorney of Law Office of David A. Breston.
• Practice focus:
• State criminal defense (misdemeanors and felonies)
• Federal criminal defense
• Juvenile criminal matters
• DWI defense
• Immigration and deportation/removal proceedings
• Family-based immigration petitions for permanent residency
• Background:
• Native Houstonian; graduate of Memorial High School.
• Has represented thousands of clients charged with criminal offenses in Texas.
• Education:
• J.D., The University of Texas School of Law, Austin, Texas (May 1997)
• B.A., University of Texas, Austin, Texas
• Professional memberships:
• Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Harris County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• American Immigration Lawyers Association
• Languages:
• English
• Spanish

Alma Garcia – Attorney

• Role: Associate attorney at the firm.
• Practice areas include:
• DUI/DWI
• Drug-related offenses
• Felonies and misdemeanors
• Grand jury investigations
• Juvenile criminal prosecutions
• Bond reductions
• Sex offenses and assaults
• Administrative License Revocation (ALR)
• Occupational/restricted driver's licenses
• Probation violations/revocations
• Criminal records expunctions and petitions for non-disclosure
• Juvenile record sealing
• Writs of habeas corpus (including Padilla writs)
• Motions for a new trial
• Immigration and naturalization law
• Deportation and removal proceedings
• Education:
• J.D., South Texas College of Law, Houston, Texas (Dean's Scholar, 2010)
• B.S., University of Houston–Downtown (Dean's Scholar), major in Criminal Justice, minor in Psychology (2004)
• Professional memberships:
• Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
• Houston Young Lawyers Association
• Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• American Bar Association
• Languages:
• English
• Spanish

Noel A. Suniga – Attorney

• Role: Attorney at the firm.
• Practice areas include:
• Felonies and misdemeanors
• Federal criminal cases
• DUI/DWI
• Murder, assault, theft, and vehicular manslaughter
• Prostitution and assault with a deadly weapon
• Drug-related cases and domestic violence cases
• Grand jury investigations
• Juvenile criminal prosecutions
• Bond reductions
• Administrative License Revocation (ALR)
• Occupational/restricted driver's licenses
• Probation violations/revocations
• Criminal records expunctions and petitions for non-disclosure
• Education:
• J.D., Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Texas Southern University, Houston, Texas
• Professional memberships and admissions:
• Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• Texas Trial Lawyers Association
• State Bar of Texas
• State Bar of New Mexico
• Licensed in State and Federal Courts in both Texas and New Mexico
• Languages:
• English
• Spanish

William D. Rowlett – Attorney

• Role: Attorney at the firm.
• Background:
• Native of Dallas and long-time Houston resident.
• Self-described "Proud Houstonian."
• Bar admissions:
• State Bar of Texas (since 1987)
• Education:
• J.D., South Texas College of Law, Houston, Texas
• B.A., University of Texas at Austin

Support staff

The firm is supported by a team of paralegals who assist with casework and client service, including:

• Gracie Garcia
• Erick Diaz
• Sherley Oliviery-Baker
• Mayra Cavazos

This team structure allows the firm to provide personalized attention while handling a wide range of criminal and immigration matters for clients throughout the Houston area.

If you are arrested in Texas, the firm recommends:

1. Remain calm and collected

Acting out emotionally or aggressively can make the situation worse and may lead to additional charges or complications.

2. Follow all lawful orders from police and law enforcement

Complying with directions, even if you disagree with the arrest, helps avoid escalating the situation.

3. Exercise your right to remain silent

Anything you say can be used against you later. Avoid discussing the facts of the case with police or others until you have spoken with a lawyer.

4. Contact a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible

An experienced Houston criminal defense lawyer can:

• Explain what to expect in the process.
• Protect your rights during questioning and investigations.
• Begin building a defense early, including preserving evidence and identifying witnesses.

Why hiring a dedicated criminal defense attorney matters

Even if you believe you are innocent, you can still face prosecution based on evidence that appears to implicate you. A criminal defense lawyer can:

• Challenge how evidence was obtained and whether it is reliable or admissible.
• Present facts and legal arguments that show why you should not be charged or convicted.
• Work to persuade the State not to file charges in appropriate cases.
• Seek to reduce, dismiss, or negotiate charges when that is in your best interest.

Public defenders vs. private criminal defense counsel

The firm notes important differences between relying on a public defender and retaining private counsel:

• Public defenders often carry very heavy caseloads, which can limit the time and attention they are able to give each case.
• Their goal may be to resolve cases as efficiently as possible within their workload.
• Private criminal defense attorneys at this firm focus their practice on defending people accused of crimes and aim to provide personalized, attentive representation tailored to each client's needs and goals.

Potential impact of a criminal charge in Texas

A criminal charge or felony conviction in Texas can:

• Limit or prevent employment opportunities in certain occupations.
• Make it harder to obtain bank accounts, loans, or other financial services.
• Make renting or buying housing more difficult due to background checks.
• Carry social stigma, especially for offenses such as sex crimes and domestic violence.

Because of these potential long-term consequences, the firm encourages anyone under investigation or facing charges in Houston or Harris County to seek legal representation promptly.

For advice about a specific situation, contact the office directly for a free, confidential consultation rather than relying solely on this general information.

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