About Chuy Lopez, Attorney at Law — Criminal Defense San Antonio Texas
Criminal defense San Antonio clients work with Chuy Lopez, Attorney at Law for felonies, misdemeanors, DWI, and family-related matters across Bexar County. The office at 16607 Blanco Road serves the Stone Oak area and greater North San Antonio, with extended hours seven days a week — an unusual schedule that benefits clients who cannot break away from work during traditional business hours. For readers comparing nearby counsel, the San Antonio attorneys directory shows the wider Bexar County bar.
The practice provides bilingual service in English and Spanish — reviews appear in both languages, reflecting the firm’s reach into the city’s Hispanic communities. Bexar County operates one of the busiest criminal dockets in Texas, and the Criminal Courts Building downtown schedules hundreds of hearings daily. A defense attorney who knows the courthouse’s flow — the prosecutors, judges, and plea-negotiation norms — adds practical value.
What Clients Say
Reviews span fifteen entries and emphasize responsiveness, clear communication, and favorable outcomes. Clients describe custody modifications secured, felony charges reduced, and divorce proceedings handled with compassion. Several Spanish-language reviews highlight the same themes — professionalism and peace of mind during stressful legal situations. The recurring positive theme is an attorney who listens and fights without creating unnecessary drama.
Criminal Defense San Antonio — Practice Areas & Services
- Criminal Defense: Felony and misdemeanor representation in Bexar County District and County Courts, including DWI, assault, and drug charges.
- Family Law: Divorce, custody modifications, visitation disputes, and child support matters in Bexar County Family Courts.
- Traffic and Criminal Trial Work: Suppression hearings, plea negotiations, and jury trials when the state will not offer acceptable terms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens after a DWI arrest in Bexar County?
Texas DWI carries administrative license suspension in addition to criminal penalties — a 15-day window applies for requesting an ALR hearing. A defense attorney typically handles both tracks simultaneously.
How much does a San Antonio criminal defense cost?
First-offense misdemeanors and DWIs often use flat fees. Felonies and cases likely to go to trial use hourly billing or a combination — a consultation produces a concrete estimate after review of the specific charges.
Where are Bexar County criminal cases heard?
The Bexar County Justice Center on Nueva Street houses district criminal courts, while county criminal courts sit at the Paul Elizondo Tower. Magistrate hearings and initial appearances occur at the jail facility on Comal Street.
Quick Facts: Criminal Defense in San Antonio, Texas
- Texas DWI BAC limit: 0.08% adult, 0.04% commercial, any detectable amount for minors — TxDOT
- Bexar County population: ~2.0 million — the fourth largest county in Texas — U.S. Census Bureau
- ALR hearing window: 15 days to request after a DWI arrest — Texas Transportation Code § 724.041


