Criminal defense for Greenville cases
In short: Class C tickets from Greenville go to the Greenville Municipal Court at 3000 Lee St., Greenville 75401. 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 Greenville, but we defend people charged in Greenville and across Hunt County.
Which court will hear my Greenville case?
| Type of case | Where it is heard | Who prosecutes |
|---|---|---|
| Class C (fine-only) tickets and city ordinance cases | Greenville Municipal Court, 3000 Lee St., Greenville 75401 | City prosecutor |
| Class A and B misdemeanors, including most DWIs and family violence assaults | Hunt County Court at Law No. 1 or No. 2 | County prosecutor (see below) |
| Felonies | the 196th and 354th 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 Hunt County portion of Greenville, consult the Hunt County court information below. Some cities cross county lines; use the county and court on your citation, bond papers or court notice. Hunt County splits prosecution: the Hunt County Attorney prosecutes misdemeanors in the County Courts at Law, and the Hunt County District Attorney represents the State in all felony cases.
This city is also the county seat, so the county courts are in town.
What happens after an arrest in Greenville?
After an arrest, a magistrate explains the rights and addresses bail and conditions if allowed by law. Release is not automatic. The County Courts at Law hear Class A and B misdemeanors, including misdemeanor DWI. A felony DWI or other felony goes through the District Attorney and the 196th or 354th District Court. The license suspension hearing (ALR) is separate from the criminal case and is heard by the State Office of Administrative Hearings.
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 Hunt County DWI page for local DWI details.
Protective orders in Greenville cases
A protective order from a Greenville incident is usually filed in Hunt County, but Family Code 82.003 also allows the county where either person lives. The hearing is generally within 14 days. Read our full Texas protective order guide.
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Last updated October 2026
Common questions
Do you have an office in Greenville?
No. Our office is at 325 N St. Paul Street in downtown Dallas. We handle cases from Greenville and the rest of Hunt County.
Is a DWI in Greenville handled by the municipal court?
No. The Greenville 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 Greenville municipal court?
Greenville Municipal Court, 3000 Lee St., Greenville 75401.
Where is a protective order from Greenville 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 Hunt 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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