Kaufman County Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal defense in the Kaufman County courts, from our office in downtown Dallas.
In short: Kaufman County criminal cases are heard at the Kaufman County Justice Center, 1902 E. US Hwy 175, Kaufman 75142. Misdemeanors are heard in the Kaufman County Courts at Law. Felonies are heard in the 86th, 422nd and 489th District Courts. The Kaufman County Criminal District Attorney's Office, on the second floor of the Justice Center, prosecutes both misdemeanors and felonies. Our office is in downtown Dallas; we handle cases in these courts.
Our office is in downtown Dallas at 325 N St. Paul Street. We handle cases in the Kaufman County courts in Kaufman.
Where are Kaufman County criminal cases heard?
Misdemeanors are heard in the Kaufman County Courts at Law. Felonies are heard in the 86th, 422nd and 489th District Courts. Address: Kaufman County Justice Center, 1902 E. US Hwy 175, Kaufman 75142.
Who prosecutes cases in Kaufman County?
The Kaufman County Criminal District Attorney's Office, on the second floor of the Justice Center, prosecutes both misdemeanors and felonies.
What should I know about Kaufman County?
Whether an arrest happens in Forney, Terrell or Kaufman, county-level criminal cases are heard at the Justice Center in Kaufman.
What charges do we handle in Kaufman County?
Which cities do we serve in Kaufman County?
Kaufman, Forney, Terrell, Crandall, Kemp, and the rest of Kaufman County. Major roads in the county include US-80, US-175, I-20 and SH-34.
Where are people booked after an arrest in Kaufman County?
Most people arrested in Kaufman County are taken to the Kaufman County Jail, 1900 E. US Hwy 175, Kaufman, next to the Justice Center. The person must be brought before a magistrate without unnecessary delay and no later than 48 hours after arrest. The magistrate gives the required warnings and addresses bail if allowed by law (Code of Criminal Procedure 15.17); release is not automatic.
How do we handle Kaufman County cases from Dallas?
We have no office in Kaufman County; the attorney appears in the Kaufman County courts as needed. For a general picture of the next steps, see our Dallas County guides to arraignment and missing court.
How do I get started?
Criminal defense consultations are free. Call (214) 239-2013 or start a chat.
City municipal courts in Kaufman County
Municipal courts handle ordinance violations and fine-only criminal offenses, including some Class C assault cases. Class A and B misdemeanors and felonies go to the appropriate county or district court. Some cities cross county lines; confirm the county and court listed on your case documents.
| City | Municipal court | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Forney | Forney Municipal Court of Record No. 1 (Forney Justice Center) | 331 S. FM 548, Forney 75126 |
| Terrell | Terrell Municipal Court (Terrell Police Headquarters) | 1100 N. State Highway 34, Terrell 75160 |
Last updated October 2026
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Common questions
Do you have an office in Kaufman County?
No. Our only office is in downtown Dallas at 325 N St. Paul Street, Suite 3129, Dallas, TX 75201. We handle cases in the Kaufman County courts.
Where is the Kaufman County criminal courthouse?
Kaufman County Justice Center, 1902 E. US Hwy 175, Kaufman 75142.
Who prosecutes misdemeanors in Kaufman County?
The Kaufman County Criminal District Attorney's Office, on the second floor of the Justice Center, prosecutes both misdemeanors and felonies.
Where is the Kaufman County jail?
People arrested in Kaufman County are usually booked at the Kaufman County Jail, 1900 E. US Hwy 175, Kaufman, next to the Justice Center.
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