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These are criminal case results our El Paso clients have described in their own public Google reviews. They include dismissals of felony and misdemeanor charges and two sentences reduced to time served. Every case is different, and no result here predicts the outcome of yours.

Results reported by our clients

Charge

Result

Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon

Dismissed

Family violence + criminal mischief

Dismissed in 6 months

DUI

Dismissed

Two aggravated-assault cases

Sentences reduced to time served

Family violence + probation violation

Dismissed in 2 months

Misdemeanor + felony charges (both cases)

Dismissed

As reported by clients in public Google reviews. Every case is different. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

What does "dismissed" mean in a Texas criminal case?

A dismissal means the State ended the case without a conviction. In Texas, a dismissal is usually a short motion filed by the prosecutor, and approved by the judge, after the State decides the case cannot or should not go forward. There is no finding of guilt. A dismissal may also open the door to expunction under Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55A, which can remove the arrest from your record.

Our number one goal in every case is a dismissal. That is a goal, not a promise.

What does "reduced to time served" mean?

Sometimes. Expunction, governed by CCP Chapter 55A, destroys the records of an arrest in limited situations. An order of nondisclosure under Government Code §411.0725 seals records from the public after successful deferred adjudication, but certain offenses are excluded. DWI cannot be sealed under §411.0725. A separate DWI route may apply.

Why every case is different

The outcome of a criminal case depends on its own facts. The evidence, the witnesses, how the evidence was gathered, the county, the court, and the person’s history all matter. Two people charged with the same offense can face very different cases.

That is why we start every case the same way. We request the State’s evidence under CCP art. 39.14 and review it with the eye of former prosecutors. Every lawyer at West Texas Trial Lawyers prosecuted for the State of Texas before defending clients. Meet them on our attorneys page, or read how the process works on our Texas criminal defense overview.

Read our client reviews

Clients rate our El Paso office 4.9 stars from 152 Google reviews and our San Antonio office 5.0 stars, as of November 2026. Ratings come from public Google reviews. Every case is different. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

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Frequently asked questions about criminal case results

Can my criminal case be dismissed?

Possibly. Texas cases are dismissed when a prosecutor decides the charge cannot be proven or should not go forward. Weak evidence, an unlawful stop or search, unreliable witnesses, or missing lab results can all lead there. No lawyer can promise a dismissal, but finding those problems early gives you more options.

How long does it take to get a case dismissed in Texas?

It varies. Some of our clients reported dismissals within two to six months, but every case is different. The timeline depends on the charge, the county, how fast the State produces discovery under CCP art. 39.14, and whether the case is presented to a grand jury. Your lawyer can estimate after reviewing the evidence.

Are these results typical?

No result is typical, because every case is different. The results on this page are what El Paso clients reported in public Google reviews. They show the kinds of outcomes that are possible, not what will happen in your case. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

Does a dismissal clear my record?

Not automatically. A dismissal ends the case, but the arrest record can remain. You may be able to have it removed through expunction under Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55A, depending on how and why the case was dismissed. Ask your lawyer to review eligibility once the case is over.

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