Mr. Shannon Willis Locke

Shannon Locke is a San Antonio, Texas criminal defense attorney. A former White Collar Crime Prosecutor he has been fighting for his clients accused of crime for the past fifteen years. During his time as a criminal defense attorney he has successfully tried murder, manslaughter, aggravated assault, domestic violence, and DWI cases.

He believes that a good lawyer is a good problem solver. Your criminal case poses a threat to your livelihood, your family and to your freedom. An aggressive attorney listens to your goals and develops a strategy for achieving those goals while advising you about your risks.

When you come into see me I will get a complete idea of how the criminal case is affecting your life. I will then tell you the strategies I will use to help resolve your case. No matter what your situation our goal is to minimize the consequences that you experience.

At the end of the consultation we will discuss payment plans and I will provide you with my cell phone.

University Of Arizona

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

2002

Partner

The Locke Law Group

2015 - Current

Representing clients throughout South Central Texas. Trying and negotiating cases in multiple counties in State and Federal court.

Partner

Sifuentes & Locke

2007 - 2015

Tried misdemeanor, felony cases including murder and aggravated assault and vehicular offenses in multiple counties.

Assistant District Attorney

Bexar County District Attorney

2005 - 2006

Prosecuted misdemeanor DWIs and was promoted to the White Collar Crime Unit.

Assistant County Attorney

Pima County Attorney's Office

2002 - 2005

Prosecuted misdemeanor DWI's, Felony Vehicular Offenses and ended his time as a Gang Prosecutor. Tried two first degree murder cases in 2005.

Board Certified in Criminal Law

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2012

Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys

The National Trial Lawyers

2019

Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorney

2019 Top Ten in Client Satisfaction

American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2019

Top Ten Criminal Defense Attorney in Client Satisfaction

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2006 - Current

San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2006 - Current

Texas State Bar  # 24048623

Member

2005 - Current

Texas

Since 2005

• Free Consultation
  I offer a free consultation to every client who calls me. I will meet with you in person and give you my insight into your case. I will not charge you even if you never hire me.
• Credit Cards Accepted
• Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
  I determine the rates and retainer that I will charged based on the complexity of the case and my client's goals. My client and I determine what strategies we will be pursuing and come to an agreement about appropriate costs. I am willing to work out payment plans with my clients so that the cost is spread out over time.

Criminal Law

Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

DUI & DWI

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

White Collar Crime

Q. My disabled son has a warrant for his arrest due to family violence. I need to find out what options he has.

February 7, 2022

A: Too often, our criminal justice system applies cookie-cutter solutions to situations that need a unique response. You should hire a lawyer, and discuss this matter personally with that attorney. Attorneys can evaluate the facts, listen to his side of the story, and discuss how you should approach this matter with the State. An aggressive criminal defense can increase the chances of a dismissal or at the very least a tailored solution that will help your son address whatever underlying issues led to this arrest. However, this can only be done when you speak with an attorney one on one and that attorney listens to you and gives you advice about exactly how to handle this matter. Good luck and get started on finding good legal counsel today.

Q. Can he still get in trouble even though she's over 21 now.

May 12, 2020

A: This is a tough question. However, there is sufficient reason to be concerned. In Texas, you cannot touch the genitalia of a person under the age of 17 with the intent to arouse or gratify anyone's sexual interest. This is true even if the person consented. Still, there may be obstacles to prosecuting such a case and a prosecutor's office may be reluctant to move forward with such an allegation. Your friend needs to be very very careful who he talks to, as anything he tells to anyone (except his lawyer) can be used against him. He needs to contact an aggressive knowledgeable attorney ASAP so a plan can be made to avoid the filing of criminal charges.

Q. Is it constitutional that Miranda Rights are not read during arrests anymore, but only in pc court in some jurisdiction?

May 10, 2020

A: Miranda rights are required to be read before a police officer conducts an in-custody interrogation. If the police officer asks questions that are meant to incriminate you and does not read you your Miranda rights then the State will not be able to use those answers against you in court. However, whether or not you are in-custody is a legal determination made by the totality of the circumstances. Usually, police officers will claim that they are merely detaining you while they are investigating you. This is why it is best not to answer any police officer questions. Even if they do not read you your Miranda rights the State will still try to use your answer against you. So, the best course of action is not to answer a police officer's questions. The next best course of action is to hire an attorney who knows how to get statements suppressed and how to use your Constitutional rights to your advantage. Good Luck and hire an aggressive attorney.