FEDERAL & STATE CRIMINAL DEFENSE
STRATEGIC DEFENSE & COMPLEX LITIGATION
San Antonio | El Paso | Statewide
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We view every case as a complex puzzle, designed by the government, and our only job is to take it apart. We don't just represent you. We focus on engineering the custom solution.
Federal & State Licensed
Licensed to operate in the Western District Federal Courts and all Texas State Courts. We handle the cases others simply can't.
Pre-Indictment Strategy
We know the government's tactics — and how to dismantle them.
Former Prosecutor Insight
We built cases for the State. Now, we dismantle them. We know exactly where the prosecution is weak.
24/7 Jail Release Team
Immediate response for Warrant Recalls and Bonds. We get your loved ones out while we build the defense.
"When you work with my firm, you work directly with me. I provide personalized, high-touch representation to manage your entire legal crisis, ensuring clear communication and a defense tailored specifically to your situation."
Adam Setra,
founder of Setra Law Firm
RECENT RESULTS
(Update Nov. 2025)
NEGLIGENT HOMICIDE
Burnet County - Faulty Investigation
CASE REJECTED
AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ASSAULT OF A CHILD - UNDER 14 YOA
El Paso County - False Accusation
CASE DISMISSED
FELONY DWI (4th OFFENSE)
Bexar County - Blood Test
REDUCED TO MISDEMEANOR
MAN/DEL OF CS PG1 (>400G)
El Paso County - Illegal Search
DEFERRED PROBATION
INDECENT ASSAULT
El Paso County - False Accusation
CASE DISMISSED
DWI 1st > 0.15 BAC
Bexar County - Illegal Stop
CASE DISMISSED
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT WITH A DEADLY WEAP.ON
Bexar County - False Accusation
CASE REJECTED
ASSAULT FAMILY VIOLENCE
El Paso County - False Accusation
CASE DISMISSED
COMPREHENSIVE DEFENSE CAPABILITIES
Our practice areas span every front of criminal defense and are specifically built to anticipate, counter, and dismantle the case against you.
DWI/DUI Defense
From first-time charges to aggravated offenses, we expose weak evidence, challenge test results, and fight for your license and freedom.
We know that a DWI arrest is often based on bad traffic stops, flawed science and human error. We do not accept their sobriety tests or lab results as fact. We conduct a forensic audit of the body camera footage, dash camera footage, blood draw, the breathalyzer maintenance records, the officer's procedure, and the officer's disciplinary history. By exposing the gaps in their case, we turn their own evidence into the reason for a dismissal.
Drug Crime Defense
In drug cases, the evidence is often the fruit of an illegal search. We aggressively challenge the constitutionality of the traffic stop, the warrant, and the canine sniff. If law enforcement violated your rights to get the evidence, we fight to have it suppressed—and the case thrown out.
Assault & Family Violence Defense
In assault and family violence cases, the system often rushes to judgment based on emotion, not evidence. If you are facing these charges, you are already at a disadvantage. At Setra Law, we do not rely on the prosecutor's "goodwill". We rely on preparation and meticulously investigate the credibility of accusers and the gaps in the police investigation. By preparing every case as if it is going to trial, we force the prosecution to evaluate the risk of losing. We don't just ask for dismissals; we build the leverage necessary to secure them.
Firearms & Weapons Charges
A weapons charge can permanently strip you of your rights. We defend these cases by challenging the 'link' between you and the weapon. Whether it's an improper search of a vehicle or a constructive possession issue, we force the State to prove every element beyond a reasonable doubt—or drop the charge.
Theft & Fraud Defense
Theft and fraud charges often stem from civil disputes or administrative errors, not criminal intent. We dismantle these cases by tracing the paper trail and proving that a mistake is not a crime. We intervene early to protect your professional license and keep a misunderstanding from becoming a conviction.
INDECENCY & SEXUAL ALLEGATIONS
In the current climate, an accusation is often treated as a conviction. We focus on defending professionals falsely accused often during contentious divorce or custody disputes. We employ aggressive pre-indictment strategies, hire investigators, and will retain forensic psychologists and digital experts to expose the fabrication at its source, protecting your freedom and your reputation from permanent destruction.
FELONY THC POSSESSION (VAPE PENS)
Texas law treats THC oil and vape pens as severe felonies, not simple misdemeanors. A single vape cart can trigger a felony record and destroy a career or scholarship. We fight these charges by challenging the lab protocols and search legality.
PROTECTIVE ORDER DEFENSE
A Protective Order can strip you of your firearm rights and security clearance before you are even convicted of a crime. We treat these hearings like full-scale trials, aggressively cross-examining the accuser to prevent the order from becoming permanent.
MOTION TO REVOKE PROBATION (MTR)
A Motion to Revoke (MTR) often means an immediate arrest warrant or capias with no bond. We act fast to recall the warrant, secure a bond, and keep you out of jail. Whether it's a failed UA or a technical violation, we fight to keep your probation active and your freedom intact.
PRESCRIPTION DRUG FELONIES
Possessing a controlled substance like Adderall, Xanax, or Vyvanse without a valid prescription is a felony, not a minor violation. We defend professionals and students in these cases by challenging the search and proving a lack of criminal distribution intent.
CREDIT CARD ABUSE / WHITE COLLAR FRAUD
Misusing a company card or disputed charges often lead to felony fraud allegations. We dismantle these cases by auditing the financial records to prove 'authorization' or 'lack of intent,' turning a felony indictment back into a civil misunderstanding.
ONLINE IMPERSONATION & HARASSMENT
Digital disputes often lead to criminal charges under Texas's broad harassment statutes. We defend professionals accused of cyber-stalking or online impersonation by challenging the intent and protecting your First Amendment rights, keeping a private online dispute from destroying your public reputation
AIRPORT & TSA WEAPONS CHARGES
Bringing a firearm to a TSA checkpoint is a common mistake that leads to a serious felony arrest. We specialize in defending licensed gun owners in these cases, proving a lack of criminal intent to protect your Second Amendment rights and prevent a permanent record.
FELONY ASSAULT (IMPEDING BREATH)
A simple domestic argument becomes a 3rd-degree felony if "choking" is alleged. These accusations are often exaggerated in the heat of the moment but carry devastating consequences for gun rights and clearances. We use forensic experts to disprove the physical evidence of obstruction.
INTERFERENCE WITH PUBLIC DUTIES
Police frequently use this charge to punish citizens who ask questions or assert their rights during an investigation. We defend you by aggressively protecting your First Amendment right to speak. We force the State to prove you physically obstructed justice, not just annoyed an officer.
FAILURE TO STOP & GIVE INFO (FSGI)
Panic is not a crime. Many 'Hit and Run' allegations are actually simple misunderstandings or parking lot accidents where fear took over. We dismantle these cases by proving a lack of criminal intent and handling the civil restitution early, often making the criminal charge disappear entirely.
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Former Texas Prosecutor. Strategic Criminal Defense.
With insider knowledge of how the State builds its case, Adam Setra delivers precision-driven strategies that dismantle every angle of the prosecution.
As a former Texas prosecutor, I don't just sit back and defend. I am a firm believer that the best defense is one that is aggressive and works to build a case against the prosecution's version of what happened. This approach requires us to effectively anticipate their tactics, fight to throw out their evidence, challenge their witnesses whether they are cops, experts or alleged victims.
Our goal from the first time we meet will be to build a strategic defense designed specifically for your circumstances. Of the 100s of dismissals we have secured, including serious felonies, the vast majority required this type of aggressive approach.
When you hire Setra Law Firm, you’re not hiring someone to simply react — you’re hiring a defense built on insight. My years as a prosecutor give me a clear understanding of how the other side thinks, the weaknesses they overlook, and the pressure points that turn cases around. Every motion we file, every question we ask, and every argument we make is backed by that experience.
From DWI and drug charges to complex felony accusations, our focus is simple: protect your freedom, safeguard your future, and keep your record clean. We don’t wait for opportunities — we create them through preparation, precision, and relentless advocacy.
Because in criminal defense, being on the defensive isn’t enough. You deserve a lawyer who knows exactly what the prosecution will do — and how to dismantle it before it ever reaches you.
Our Strategy
"When you work with my firm, you work directly with me. I provide personalized, high-touch representation to manage your entire legal crisis, ensuring clear communication and a defense tailored specifically to your situation."
Adam Setra, founder of Setra Law Firm
Our practice areas
When the State comes after you, you need more than a lawyer — you need a strategist.
At Setra Law Firm, we combine
intelligent aggression with
compassionate defense, building airtight cases that protect your freedom.
99.9% Success Rate in DWI & Criminal Defense Cases
Our record speaks for itself — consistent victories built on precision, preparation, and relentless advocacy.
Led by a Former Prosecutor
Having once built cases for the State, Adam Setra now dismantles them with insider precision.
Personalized Defense Strategies for Every Client
No two cases are the same — and neither are our strategies. Every defense plan is carefully designed around your unique facts and goals.
Bilingual Representation (English / Spanish)
We provide clear, compassionate representation in both English and Spanish so every client feels fully understood and defended.
OUR REPUTATION IS YOUR DEFENSE
Prosecutors know which lawyers will plea and which lawyers will fight. That distinction determines your future. We approach every case with a Trial-First Mentality. We assume the government will not drop the charges unless we give them a reason to. By constructing a defense capable of withstanding the scrutiny of a jury, we expose weaknesses in the government's case early. When the opposition knows your lawyer is ready for trial, the conversation changes.
WE DON'T MANAGE CASES.
WE FIGHT TO WIN THEM.
The Government has unlimited resources, but they are bound by the law. We make sure they follow it. We don't look for the easy plea; we look for the win. If the prosecution isn't ready to prove their case beyond all reasonable doubt, we force them to dismiss it
WE HUNT FOR DISMISSALS
We are not here to hold your hand; we are here to clear your name. We don't start by negotiating a plea deal. We start by attacking the legality of the stop, shredding the warrant, and suppressing the evidence. If the case is weak, we kill it.
WE KNOW THEIR WEAKNESSES
Led by Former Prosecutors, we know exactly how the State hides its flaws. We know which officers cut corners and which labs make mistakes. We use their own playbook to dismantle their case piece by piece.
ALWAYS READY FOR TRIAL
Most lawyers are terrified of trial. We live for it. The prosecution knows we won't bluff. We prepare every DWI and Felony case for a jury verdict from Day One. When they know we are ready to fight, they are more likely to fold.
DEFENSA SIN BARRERAS
El sistema penal es implacable, nosotros también. No somos abogados que simplemente 'hablan español'—somos sus defensores. Peleamos cada caso, Federal o Estatal, con una agresividad absoluta. Cuando el gobierno ataca su libertad, nosotros respondemos con la fuerza de la ley. No pedimos justicia, la exigimos.
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Strategic defense that restores control when stakes are highest.
“Setra Law Firm’s deep understanding of prosecution tactics gave me the edge I needed. Their focused approach dismantled the case against me.”
James R., Former Client
Frequently Asked Questions
We address common concerns to clarify the legal process and our approach, helping you feel informed and supported during this difficult time.
I haven't been arrested yet. Do I really need a lawyer?
Yes. The most critical window for defense is before charges are filed. Once you are arrested, the State has already built their case. We intervene during the investigation phase to prevent charges from being filed, silence the accusation, and protect your reputation before it hits the public record.
Do I really need a lawyer if I plan to plead guilty?
Pleading guilty without a fight is a permanent surrender. Even if you think you are 'guilty,' the State may not be able to prove it. We frequently find errors in the evidence that force a dismissal or a reduction, saving you from a conviction you thought was inevitable. Never plead until we have audited the evidence.
What sets Setra Law Firm apart from other defense lawyers?
It comes down to how much we care. The thought of an innocent person being convicted keeps us up at night, and that worry is our fuel. It drives us to study the appellate gray areas and obscure legal 'angles' that other textbook lawyers overlook. We don't just process cases; we obsess over the details until we find the unique solution that secures the result others thought was impossible.
Can you get my case dismissed?
No lawyer can ethically guarantee a result, but we can guarantee a strategy. We do not "wait and see".
Instead,we aggressively attack the evidence, the procedure, and the credibility of the witnesses. Our goal in every case is a dismissal or a "Not Guilty" verdict, and throughout our respresentation we will work to build the leverage necessary to force the government to back down or win at trial.
What happens during the free case evaluation?
This is not a sales call. It is a Strategic Meeting.
In those 30 minutes, we analyze the charges, identify the immediate threats to your freedom and assets, and outline the specific tactical roadmap we will use to fight the case.
Every person should leave the call understanding exactly what their next steps are, a better idea of what the government has against you, and a roadmap for dismantling those allegations
I hold a professional license (Medical, Nursing, Pilot). Will I lose it?
Not if we act immediately. Administrative boards often move faster than criminal courts. We coordinate your criminal defense with your licensing requirements to mitigate the fallout. By intervening early, we aim to resolve the criminal matter quietly, keeping your license—and your livelihood—secure.
Can Setra Law Firm assist with clearing my criminal record?
A dismissal is not enough if the arrest record still exists. We don't just close the case after its been dismissed. We then help you wipe the slate clean. Our Expunction Service ensures that your mugshot, fingerprints, and arrest data are permanently destroyed from government databases, ensuring a one-time mistake does not become a lifetime label.
Will my employer or command find out about the arrest?
Privacy is a priority. While an arrest is public record, we take immediate steps to shield your reputation. We can often appear in court on your behalf, keeping you off the daily docket and out of the public eye. We also guide you on how to handle reporting requirements for military or licensing boards to minimize professional fallout
I live out of state. Do I have to travel back for every court date?
In most cases, no. We understand that our clients often have military duties or live elsewhere. We file a 'Waiver of Arraignment' and other motions to excuse your presence for routine hearings. We handle the legwork in San Antonio or El Paso so you can maintain your job and family life while we fight the case.
Need Immediate Assistance?
Contact Setra Law Firm for a free, confidential case review. Our team is prepared to provide expert guidance and support tailored to your situation.