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Justin Barrett Wilson

Justin Barrett Wilson

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Justin Wilson is a consistently professional lawyer that provides the greatest client representation in the McKinney/DFW area. I have observed Justin Wilson succeed as a best advocate at trial.
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Biography

The Justin Barrett Wilson Law Firm stands strong with our clients when they face crisis brought on by DWI and domestic violence legal matters.  With over a decade of courtroom experience, we fight vigorously to defend the rights, liberties, and reputations of our clients in courts throughout the Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex. If you, or someone you care about, has been arrested or is currently under investigation for a criminal charge, call the Frisco-based criminal defense attorneys who truly care about seeking justice for you in the present and preserving a clean reputation for you in the future.

The Justin Barrett Wilson Law Firm was founded by Justin Wilson. Justin began his legal career as a prosecutor at the Collin County District Attorney's Office. There, he rose through the ranks to become a misdemeanor chief prosecutor and received special commendation for training new prosecutors. Justin advanced to prosecute felony charges before he left the D.A.'s office to defend members of the community who have been charged with crimes. He cares about getting justice for the accused and battles prosecutors all over the metroplex.

Justin Wilson is proud to have been selected to the Texas Rising Stars list for 2021, 2022 and 2023. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in Texas. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a research-driven, peer influenced rating service of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.

Justin has also been recognized by the Texas Bar College, which is a professional society of legal scholars who are leaders in the Texas legal community and champions of legal education. As a member, Justin Wilson remains committed to the Bar College's high ethical standards and improved training for all legal professionals.

We offer complimentary consultations and invite you to call or use our online scheduler to book your consultation today.

Practice Areas
DUI & DWI
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights
Criminal Law
Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Family Law
Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Juvenile Law
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Texas
State Bar of Texas
ID Number: 24080521
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Languages
  • English
Professional Experience
Attorney, Mediator & Owner
Justin Barrett Wilson Law Firm
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Criminal Defense Attorney
Rosenthal & Wadas, PLLC
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Assistant District Attorney
Collin County District Attorney's Office
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Education
Baylor University
B.A. | University Scholar
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Baylor University
M.A. | Communication Studies
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SMU Dedman School of Law
J.D.
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Awards
Best DUI Lawyers in Frisco
EXPERTISE
Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2021-2023
Professional Associations
State Bar of Texas  # 24080521
Member
Current
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Collin County Criminal Defense Lawyers' Association
Member
Current
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Speaking Engagements
Criminal Law 101: What Parents Need to Know, Frisco, TX
Reedy High School
Top 10 Things Your Criminal Attorney Wants You to Know
Prosper Chamber of Commerce
Criminal Law 101: What Parents Need to Know, Frisco, TX
Wakeland High School
Drugs, Phones, & Sexting, Frisco, TX
Staley Middle School
Career Day, Frisco, TX
Staley Middle School
Career Day, Frisco, TX
Staley Middle School
Certifications
Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
NHTSA
Websites & Blogs
Website
Justin Barrett Wilson DWI Lawyer
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Justin Barrett Wilson Domestic Violence Attorney
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Criminal & Family Law Blog
Legal Answers
1 Questions Answered
Q. I have myofascial syndrome and because the officers didn't like my answers they decided it was narcotics and threw jail
A: Sadly I have seen many DWI arrests take place when officers misinterpret a physiological or neurological condition as intoxication. While I completely understand your frustration about the situation, I can hopefully shed some light on the situation for you.

First of all, your case points to the differences between probable cause and proof beyond a reasonable doubt. In Texas, officers merely need probable cause to arrest someone for DWI. While the legal definition gets a bit complicated, you can think of probable cause like this: when the officer’s observations combine with their training and experience to make them believe that a person is probably driving while intoxicated, the officer can make an arrest. Probable cause is a very low burden of proof. From a public safety perspective, Texas lawmakers have decided they want officers to err on the side of caution, and if they think a driver is probably intoxicated, our legislators have decided the officer should make an arrest.

The problem is, a wrongful DWI arrest places an unfair cost on the person arrested. You may have to pay a bail bondsman, hire an attorney, and pay fees to petition for an expunction or nondisclosure, depending on how your case is resolved.

The good news is that prosecutors will have to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt in order for you to be found guilty of DWI. An experienced DWI lawyer will analyze the officer’s administration and assessment of standardized field sobriety tests. There may be areas, especially with Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus, where the officer should not observe any clues of intoxication, assuming you have no alcohol or drugs in your system. And if you do not have alcohol or quantifiable amounts of drugs in your blood toxicology results, a DWI attorney should be able to tear apart the officer’s assessment of SFSTs during cross examination.

Hopefully an attorney will be able to get your case dismissed, but be aware that many DA offices have very strict policies against dismissing DWIs. In my experience, DWIs involving physiological conditions mistaken for intoxication can be a long journey, but justice eventually prevails. I hope you are able to find justice quickly.
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Justin Barrett Wilson Law Firm
Five Cowboys Way, Suite 300
Frisco, TX 75034
Telephone: (972) 480-3611
Cell: (972) 474-0336
Fax: (972) 408-4148
Monday: 8:30 AM - 6 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 6 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 6 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 6 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Notice: Justin is available for writ bonds and emergency appointments outside of his posted office hours.
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