Criminal Defense Practice Areas
From DUI defense to white collar crime, The Bunger Law Firm provides experienced, aggressive representation across the full spectrum of criminal charges in Texas.
Dave Bunger
Criminal Defense Attorney
Brenham, Texas
"Genuinely fights for every client. Best decision I made was calling Dave."
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Washington & Brazos County
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DUI & DWI Defense
A DUI arrest doesn't have to mean a conviction. We challenge the legality of the traffic stop, the accuracy of breathalyzer and field sobriety tests, and every procedural step of your arrest. From first-time offenders to repeat DWI charges and DUI with injury cases, we provide the aggressive, knowledgeable defense you need to protect your license, your record, and your future. Time is critical — license suspension hearings have strict deadlines, and we fight both tracks simultaneously.
Challenge the Traffic Stop
We scrutinize the legality of every stop. Unlawful stops can get the entire case dismissed.
Attack Breathalyzer Evidence
Calibration records, administration errors, and medical conditions all affect BAC results.
License Suspension Defense
We fight administrative and criminal proceedings simultaneously to protect your driving privileges.
Repeat Offense Strategy
Prior DWI convictions raise stakes dramatically — our defense adapts to protect you from enhanced penalties.
Drug Charges Defense
Drug charges in Texas range from simple possession misdemeanors to felony distribution and manufacturing charges carrying decades in prison. We analyze the circumstances of every arrest — from the legality of the search to how evidence was handled — to find every available defense. We fight to suppress illegally obtained evidence, challenge intent, and where possible, pursue diversion programs that keep your record clean and your future intact.
Suppress Unlawful Searches
Evidence from illegal searches or seizures can be suppressed and charges dismissed.
Challenge Possession Intent
Proving intent to distribute vs. simple possession is a critical distinction we challenge aggressively.
Diversion Programs
First-time offenders may qualify for programs that avoid a permanent criminal record entirely.
Lab Evidence Review
Chain of custody failures and lab errors can invalidate drug evidence and lead to dismissal.
Domestic Violence Defense
Domestic violence charges can shatter careers, custody arrangements, and reputations — sometimes based on false or exaggerated allegations. Texas allows prosecution to proceed even if the alleged victim does not cooperate, making skilled legal representation essential from day one. We move immediately to address protective orders, scrutinize the evidence and witness statements, and build a comprehensive defense strategy designed to protect your freedom and your family relationships.
False Allegation Defense
Domestic charges are frequently driven by disputes. We challenge inconsistent and fabricated allegations.
Protective Order Challenges
Emergency protective orders can be overreaching. We respond immediately to protect your rights and access.
Family Law Coordination
Domestic violence charges intersect with divorce and custody. We protect you across both proceedings.
Witness Credibility Analysis
Witness statements and bias are rigorously examined to expose inconsistencies in the prosecution's case.
Assault & Violent Crimes
Assault and violent crime accusations trigger immediate, aggressive law enforcement action — and require the same level of immediate, aggressive legal response. Whether you're facing simple assault, aggravated assault, or more serious violent crime charges, we challenge the evidence, the witnesses, and the prosecution's ability to prove every element. We build self-defense cases, attack eyewitness identification, and work to reduce felony charges wherever legally possible.
Self-Defense Claims
We build strong affirmative self-defense arguments backed by evidence and witness testimony.
Eyewitness Challenges
Eyewitness misidentification is a leading cause of wrongful conviction — we dissect it thoroughly.
Aggravated vs. Simple Assault
Charge severity determines consequences. We fight to reduce felony assault charges wherever possible.
Immediate Crisis Response
Violent crime arrests demand instant legal action. We respond same-day to protect your rights from hour one.
Theft & Property Crimes
Property crime charges — from shoplifting to felony burglary and robbery — carry serious consequences including incarceration, fines, and a permanent criminal record that follows you for life. The key battleground is criminal intent: we challenge whether you truly intended to permanently deprive the owner of their property. We handle misdemeanor theft, felony theft, burglary, and robbery charges with the same relentless focus on minimizing consequences and protecting your future.
Intent Element Defense
Theft requires criminal intent. We challenge the prosecution's ability to prove you intended to permanently deprive.
Shoplifting & Misdemeanor Defense
Even minor theft charges carry lasting record consequences. We fight to keep your record clean.
Burglary & Robbery Defense
Felony property crime allegations carry severe penalties requiring aggressive, experienced representation.
Restitution Negotiation
Where appropriate, restitution agreements can resolve charges without trial or permanent record impact.
White Collar Crime Defense
White collar crime charges — fraud, embezzlement, forgery, money laundering, and financial crimes — carry unique complexity requiring specialized legal and financial expertise. These cases often involve extensive documentation, expert witnesses, and sophisticated prosecutorial strategies. We work with forensic accountants and financial experts to challenge the evidence, expose weaknesses in the government's theory, and provide powerful defense for business owners and executives facing financial crime allegations.
Financial Evidence Analysis
We retain forensic accountants and experts to challenge complex financial evidence used against you.
Wire & Mail Fraud Defense
Federal fraud charges require specialized knowledge of federal procedure and sentencing guidelines.
Embezzlement Defense
Embezzlement prosecutions often hinge on intent and accounting disputes — areas where we excel.
Corporate & Executive Defense
We defend business owners and executives facing regulatory investigations and white collar prosecutions.
Facing Any of These Charges? Call Us Now.
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Why Choose Bunger Law For Your Defense
Whatever criminal charge you face, Dave Bunger brings deep expertise, aggressive strategy, and direct personal attention to your case. One attorney. Full commitment. Real results across all of Washington County and beyond.
Multi-Area Criminal Defense
From DUI to white collar crime — Dave Bunger handles the full spectrum of criminal charges with equal expertise.
Aggressive Defense Strategy
Every case receives a custom-built defense strategy. We challenge every element of the prosecution's case.
Direct Attorney Access
You speak directly with Dave Bunger throughout your case — not a paralegal or case manager.
Same-Day Response
Criminal charges are time-sensitive. We respond immediately to protect your rights from the first hour.
Deep Local Court Knowledge
Extensive experience across Washington County courts gives our clients a strategic edge over out-of-area attorneys.
"Dave fights for you like no other attorney. Truly exceptional results."
10+
Years
Criminal Defense Across Texas
We represent clients charged across Washington, Brazos, Austin, Burleson, and Grimes Counties with local knowledge that delivers a real strategic edge.
Brenham
Washington County
College Station
Brazos County
Bellville
Austin County
Caldwell
Burleson County
Navasota
Grimes County
Burton
Washington County
Searching for a criminal defense attorney in Brenham or Washington County? The Bunger Law Firm provides immediate, aggressive criminal defense representation tailored to local courts, local prosecutors, and local procedure.
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What Our Clients Say
Dave and Tayvn were absolutely wonderful throughout the entire process. They kept me informed, guided me in the right path and were always there to answer my questions. If you need someone to take pride in taking care of you in your case, choose them.
— L.M.
Verified Client
I wish I could give 10 stars. Dave really fights for you — you don't get that often where an attorney truly cares about you and your family. FULL CUSTODY for the dad!! Professional, quick to respond, and truly fights for results. They have become family.
— T.M.
Verified Client
Mr. Bunger is the absolute best! He was very patient with us and did not pressure us in any way even though we took over a year to figure everything out. Don't waste your time anywhere else. Genuinely the best attorney in the area.
— B.H.
Verified Client
“I wish I could give 10 stars. Dave really fights for you — you don't get that often where an attorney truly cares about you and your family. FULL CUSTODY for the dad!! Professional, quick to respond, and truly fights for results. They have become family.”
— T.M.
Verified Client
Practice Areas — FAQs
Common questions people ask about criminal defense in Brenham, Texas — optimized for voice search and AI assistants.
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We handle the full spectrum of criminal charges including DUI/DWI, drug possession and distribution, domestic violence, assault and violent crimes, theft and property crimes, and white collar offenses. Every practice area receives the same level of aggressive, strategic representation.
Yes. DUI charges can be dismissed when there are issues with the traffic stop's legality, breathalyzer calibration errors, improper field sobriety testing, or constitutional violations during arrest. We examine every angle to pursue dismissal or significant reduction.
Remain completely silent and contact an attorney immediately. Do not consent to searches, answer questions, or make statements to law enforcement without legal counsel present. Early attorney involvement is the single most impactful step you can take.
Not automatically. In Texas, the state can proceed with prosecution even if the alleged victim does not want to press charges. This is a critical reason why experienced legal representation is essential from the very beginning of a domestic violence case.
Simple assault generally involves intentionally causing bodily injury or threatening imminent harm. Aggravated assault involves serious bodily injury or use of a deadly weapon and is charged as a felony. The distinction dramatically affects potential penalties and defense strategy.
It depends on the specific charges. Mail fraud, wire fraud, and federal financial crimes are prosecuted in federal court. State-level fraud, theft, and embezzlement proceed in state court. We are experienced in both venues and handle cases across all levels.
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