San Marcos DUI Minor Lawyer
When a minor faces a DUI charge in Texas, the consequences extend well beyond a court date, and the window to respond is short. I’m a San Marcos DUI Minor lawyer with over 20 years of experience working with clients in Hays, Comal, Caldwell, and Guadalupe counties and throughout Hill Country.
My criminal defense track record, as evidenced by the testimonials previous clients have given, speaks for itself. I am here to help you understand exactly what you are dealing with and what steps to take.
Call (512) 551-1179 or contact me online today for a free case evaluation.
The Legal Case Is Only Half the Problem
In a college town, a DUI charge rarely stays contained to the courthouse. Texas State University has its own disciplinary machinery, and it runs parallel to, and independent of, the criminal process. Families can easily be blindsided by this reality.
The TXST Code of Conduct Process
San Marcos has a well-documented entertainment corridor along the Square and on Guadalupe Street. Law enforcement maintains a consistent presence in those areas, particularly on weekends and during home football game activities. An arrest anywhere in that orbit, even off-campus, can trigger a referral to the Texas State University Office of Student Conduct.
That process operates on its own timeline, its own standard of evidence, and its own set of consequences, including potential suspension or expulsion. Critically, it does not wait for the criminal case to resolve.
I help clients and their families review both tracks simultaneously so nothing falls through the cracks while attention is focused on the court case.
Texas's Zero Tolerance Law
In the San Marcos area, minors are frequently stopped during seasonal checkpoints and regular traffic enforcement patrols along Interstate 35 and the access roads near the retail centers.
Because law enforcement personnel in Hays County utilize mobile breath testing units and expedited blood search warrants during peak weekends, a minor can be detained and cited based entirely on an officer's detection of an alcoholic odor. We carefully scrutinize the specific physical location of the initial stop and evaluate whether the local agencies had the requisite reasonable suspicion to initiate the detention in the first place.
Texas enforces a strict zero-tolerance standard for drivers under 21, meaning any detectable amount of alcohol is sufficient for a DUI Minor charge. That standard, combined with the active enforcement environment around Texas State, means these cases move quickly.
My background gives me a clear-eyed view of how law enforcement builds these cases. I use that perspective to examine every detail of the stop, the field sobriety evaluation, and the arrest itself.
Client Experiences That Matter
Reviews & Testimonials
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“Mr. Ursha has been amazing and extremely helpful in a very stressful, and oftentimes overwhelming, point in my life.”- Michael
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“Richard Ursha helped me get my assault misdemeanor charge dropped in no time. My close friend recommended him to me and she was right, he’s a great attorney.”- Valerie
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“He was easy to talk to, a bit humorous, and was very down to earth. He seems to be well informed and has a lot of history with the judges and prosecutors in court which can be VERY helpful. I highly recommend him.”- Tony
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“He is not only an exceptional attorney but also a compassionate advocate who genuinely cares about the legal outcome and well-being of his clients.”- Former Client
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“I hired Richard to represent my daughter for a DUI, she is a college student. Richard was able to get better results than I expected. He was able to keep DUI off her record. He quickly responds to questions and truly cares about his clients and their futur”- Corine
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“Mr. Ursha was very professional and easy to work with.”- Tina
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“He has earned my loyalty and I will go out of my way to refer him to friends or family members who need a good criminal attorney.”- Scott
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“From the first call with Richard, he walked through the process and made me feel that everything will be okay.”- Moe
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“I highly recommend Richard. he's a very good person and a great lawyer. When it comes to DUI cases, time is on your side just listen to the man he knows what he's doing.”- Javier
A Process That's Explained, Not Just Managed
Legal proceedings are confusing enough for adults. For a college student and their parents addressing this for the first time, the system can feel completely opaque. I make it my job to clarify that confusion, translating the process into plain language so families can make informed decisions at every step. Contact Richard Ursha, Attorney at Law today. The sooner we connect, the more options we may have available.
Call my office in San Marcos at (512) 551-1179.