Dallas County
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyer
Dallas County processes more criminal cases than nearly any county in Texas. The courthouses, the prosecutors, and the local practices all have their own rhythms, and knowing them is part of the job.
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The courts in Dallas
- Frank Crowley Courts Building (133 N. Riverfront Blvd) - felony and misdemeanor courts
- Dallas Municipal Court (2014 Main Street) - Class C misdemeanors and city ordinance violations
Bond in Dallas County is set at magistration by a judge or magistrate. Personal recognizance bonds are available for many misdemeanor offenses through pretrial services.
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How Dallas County handles cases
- Dallas County uses a specialty court system, with dedicated felony courts, misdemeanor courts, and specialty dockets for DWI, drug, and veterans cases.
- The Dallas County DA's office has an intake division that reviews cases before formal filing. Early defense contact matters.
- Diversion and pretrial intervention programs are available for many first-time offenses in Dallas County.
- Frank Crowley houses the criminal courts. Expect a full security screening and to arrive early.
Practice areas in Dallas
Charges we defend across Dallas County.
Dallas DWI Lawyer
DWI and DUI Defense
Dallas Assault Lawyer
Assault Defense
Dallas Theft Lawyer
Theft Defense
Dallas Drug Crimes Lawyer
Drug Crime Defense
Dallas Felonies Lawyer
Felony Defense
Communities served
Downtown, Uptown, Oak Cliff, Lakewood, Bishop Arts, Deep Ellum, Preston Hollow.