Texas Minor in Possession (MIP) Defense Attorney
A Minor in Possession charge can follow your child into college applications, scholarships, and first jobs — but Texas law gives minors real paths to keep their record clean. We defend MIP cases for a $2,500 flat fee.
Last updated: July 3, 2026
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What counts as MIP
Under Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code Chapter 106, a person under 21 possessing or consuming an alcoholic beverage commits an offense — typically a Class C misdemeanor for a first offense, with escalating consequences for repeats, including fines, alcohol awareness courses, community service, and driver’s license suspension.
Why you fight even a Class C
Class C sounds minor until a conviction shows up on a background check at 19. Handled correctly, most first MIP cases can be resolved through deferred dispositions and courses that keep the conviction off the record entirely — and become eligible for expunction. Handled by “just paying the ticket,” it becomes a permanent record for the price of a fine.
Related charges
MIP often travels with public intoxication, fake ID allegations, or a DUI under 21 — which in Texas requires no minimum BAC at all, only a detectable amount of alcohol. We handle the combined situation and discount multiple charges from the same incident.
Transparent flat-fee pricing
| Service | Flat fee | 10-month financing |
|---|---|---|
| Minor in Possession (MIP) Defense | $2,500 | $250 / month |
We offer 10 monthly payments with the first payment due at hiring. Listed fees are for payment in full or auto-payment financing; the client is responsible for keeping the credit card on file updated. Your exact flat fee is confirmed at your free consultation. Facing multiple charges from the same arrest? We discount combined representation. See our complete published fee schedule. Prices are subject to change at any time; the fee quoted in your signed representation agreement is the fee that controls.
Common questions
How much does an MIP lawyer cost in Texas?
Our fee is a $2,500 flat fee with 10-month financing ($250/month). Prices are subject to change at any time; the fee quoted in your signed representation agreement is the fee that controls.
Is an MIP a big deal in Texas?
It’s a Class C misdemeanor, but paying the ticket creates a conviction that background checks see. Resolved correctly, most first offenses stay off the record and become eligible for expunction.
Can an MIP be expunged?
In many cases yes — particularly first offenses resolved through deferred disposition. We set the case up for expunction from day one.
