Criminal defense for Cleburne cases
In short: Class C tickets from Cleburne go to the Cleburne Municipal Court at 303 W. Henderson St., Cleburne 76033. 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 Cleburne, but we defend people charged in Cleburne and across Johnson County.
Which court will hear my Cleburne case?
| Type of case | Where it is heard | Who prosecutes |
|---|---|---|
| Class C (fine-only) tickets and city ordinance cases | Cleburne Municipal Court, 303 W. Henderson St., Cleburne 76033 | City prosecutor |
| Class A and B misdemeanors, including most DWIs and family violence assaults | County Court at Law No. 1 or No. 2 | County prosecutor (see below) |
| Felonies | the 18th, 249th and 413th 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 Johnson County portion of Cleburne, consult the Johnson County court information below. Some cities cross county lines; use the county and court on your citation, bond papers or court notice. Johnson County splits prosecution: the Johnson County Attorney prosecutes adult misdemeanors, including misdemeanor DWI, and the District Attorney prosecutes felonies.
What happens after an arrest in Cleburne?
After an arrest, a magistrate explains the rights and addresses bail and conditions if allowed by law. Release is not automatic. The County Attorney and District Attorney split matters. A misdemeanor DWI is negotiated with the County Attorney's office, but if the case is filed as a felony, such as a third DWI or intoxication assault, it moves to the District Attorney and a district court.
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 Johnson County DWI page for local DWI details.
Protective orders in Cleburne cases
A protective order from a Cleburne incident is usually filed in Johnson County, but Family Code 82.003 also allows the county where either person lives. The hearing is generally within 14 days. Read the Johnson 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 Cleburne?
No. Our office is at 325 N St. Paul Street in downtown Dallas. We handle cases from Cleburne and the rest of Johnson County.
Is a DWI in Cleburne handled by the municipal court?
No. The Cleburne 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 Cleburne municipal court?
Cleburne Municipal Court, 303 W. Henderson St., Cleburne 76033.
Where is a protective order from Cleburne 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 Johnson 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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