Criminal defense for Allen cases
In short: Class C tickets from Allen go to the Allen Municipal Court at 301 Century Pkwy., Allen 75013. Class A and B misdemeanors and felonies go to the appropriate county or district court; confirm the county on your case documents. Protective orders can be filed where either person lives or where the violence allegedly happened, and the hearing is generally within 14 days.
Our office is in downtown Dallas. We do not have an office in Allen, but we defend people charged in Allen and across Collin County.
Which court will hear my Allen case?
| Type of case | Where it is heard | Who prosecutes |
|---|---|---|
| Class C (fine-only) tickets and city ordinance cases | Allen Municipal Court, 301 Century Pkwy., Allen 75013 | City prosecutor |
| Class A and B misdemeanors, including most DWIs and family violence assaults | the Collin County Courts at Law | County prosecutor (see below) |
| Felonies | the district courts, including the 199th, 219th, 296th, 366th, 380th, 401st and 416th District Courts | County or district prosecutor (see below) |
Municipal courts handle city ordinance violations and fine-only criminal offenses, including some Class C assault cases. Class A and B misdemeanors and felonies are handled by the appropriate county or district court. For conduct in the Collin County portion of Allen, consult the Collin County court information below. Some cities cross county lines; use the county and court on your citation, bond papers or court notice. The Collin County Criminal District Attorney's Office, at 2100 Bloomdale Rd., prosecutes both misdemeanors and felonies.
What happens after an arrest in Allen?
After an arrest, a magistrate explains the rights and addresses bail and conditions if allowed by law. Release is not automatic. Because the courts and the DA's office share the Bloomdale Road complex, most hearings for a Collin County case happen at the same address.
For a DWI, check the suspension notice immediately. The ALR hearing deadline is generally 15 days after service, or 20 days after DPS mails a notice following blood-test results. DPS explains these notice deadlines. Read the Collin County DWI page for local DWI details.
Protective orders in Allen cases
A protective order from a Allen incident is usually filed in Collin County, but Family Code 82.003 also allows the county where either person lives. The hearing is generally within 14 days. Read the Collin County protective order page or our full Texas protective order guide.
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Last updated October 2026
Common questions
Do you have an office in Allen?
No. Our office is at 325 N St. Paul Street in downtown Dallas. We handle cases from Allen and the rest of Collin County.
Is a DWI in Allen handled by the municipal court?
No. The Allen Municipal Court hears fine-only Class C cases. A DWI is at least a Class B misdemeanor. The correct county or district court depends on the charge and where the alleged offense occurred; check your case documents.
Where is the Allen municipal court?
Allen Municipal Court, 301 Century Pkwy., Allen 75013.
Where is a protective order from Allen filed?
In the county where the applicant lives, where the respondent lives, or where the family violence allegedly happened (Family Code 82.003). For most incidents in the city, that is Collin County.
How soon is the protective order hearing?
Generally within 14 days after the application is filed (Family Code 84.001). A temporary ex parte order can last up to 20 days and be extended.
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