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Criminal defense counsel in San Antonio

Criminal Defense

An investigation, arrest, or criminal charge can put your freedom, work, family, and future under immediate pressure. Early, informed decisions can protect important rights and shape the defense.

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2010Licensed in Texas

EligibleTo practice in Texas

Bar No. 24073983State Bar of Texas

Focused counsel

The record should be examined—not assumed.

A criminal case is built from evidence, procedure, and decisions made at every stage. Defense work begins by understanding what the State can prove, how the evidence was obtained, and what risks and opportunities the record presents.

Before representing private clients, Chase Butler served as a Bexar County Assistant District Attorney. That background informs a practical, prosecution-aware approach to investigation, negotiation, motion practice, and trial preparation.

How the firm can help

Defense work may involve

  • 01

    Investigations and pre-charge advice

  • 02

    Misdemeanor and felony charges in Texas state court

  • 03

    Bond questions and pretrial conditions

  • 04

    Review of reports, recordings, and other evidence

  • 05

    Pretrial motions and evidentiary issues

  • 06

    Plea evaluation, negotiation, and trial preparation

This list is illustrative, not a promise that the firm can accept a particular matter. Representation begins only after conflicts are checked and a written engagement agreement is signed.

The Butler approach

A fact-driven defense

  1. 01

    Protect the immediate position

    Identify court dates, bond conditions, communication risks, and other obligations that require prompt attention.

  2. 02

    Test the evidence

    Examine the allegations, witness accounts, reports, recordings, and procedures rather than accepting the accusation at face value.

  3. 03

    Evaluate every path

    Compare negotiation, motion practice, and trial with candid advice about the risks and consequences of each option.

Starting the conversation

Common questions

Should I speak with investigators before hiring counsel?

You may have the right to remain silent and to consult an attorney. Because the best response depends on the circumstances, seek legal advice before giving a statement or consenting to an interview.

What should I bring to a criminal-defense consultation?

Bring any charging document, bond paperwork, court notice, police report you received, and a timeline of events. Preserve relevant messages, photos, and recordings. Do not bring contraband to the office.

Does prior prosecution experience guarantee a result?

No. It provides useful perspective, but every outcome depends on the evidence, applicable law, court rulings, and decisions made in the individual case. No result can be guaranteed.

Start with a conversation

Tell Chase what is at stake.

Request a preferred consultation time, call the office, or email Chase directly. Do not send confidential information until the firm confirms representation.

Request a consultationCall (210) 787-5341chase@butlertriallaw.com