Parker County DWI Lawyer (Weatherford)

Our office is in downtown Dallas at 325 N St. Paul Street. We handle cases in the Parker County courts in Weatherford.

Where will my Parker County DWI case be heard?

Class A and B misdemeanors, including misdemeanor DWI, are heard in the Parker County Courts at Law. Class C offenses go to the justice of the peace courts. Felonies are heard in the Parker County district courts. Address: Parker County courts in Weatherford.

Who prosecutes DWI cases in Parker County?

Parker County splits prosecution: the Parker County Attorney prosecutes misdemeanors and the District Attorney prosecutes felonies.

The County Attorney and District Attorney split matters. A misdemeanor DWI is handled by the County Attorney's office at 101 N. Main St. A felony DWI or other felony is handled by the District Attorney's office at 117 Fort Worth Hwy, Weatherford 76086.

Can a first DWI be a felony?

Yes. A standard DWI under Penal Code 49.04 is generally a Class B misdemeanor; a qualifying alcohol test result of 0.15 or more makes it Class A. But DWI with a passenger younger than 15 is a state jail felony under 49.045. Section 49.04(e) also makes DWI in a school crossing zone a state jail felony when the reduced speed limit applies. Qualifying prior convictions can increase the offense level under 49.09. Check the actual charging document before assuming a first or second arrest is a misdemeanor.

When must I request an ALR hearing?

The criminal case and driver-license case are separate. Texas DPS explains the notice deadlines: 15 days after a notice is served, or 20 days after DPS mails a suspension notice following blood-test results. Keep the notice and envelope and act promptly; do not calculate the deadline from the court date.

Are DWI penalties different in Parker County?

State law sets the penalties, so they do not change by county. Our Texas DWI defense page has the penalty table, license rules and defenses; see also first DWI and ALR hearings.

Which parts of Parker County do you cover?

We handle DWI cases from Weatherford, Aledo, Springtown, Willow Park, Hudson Oaks, and the rest of the county, including stops on I-20, I-30 and US-180. Use the county and court listed on your charging and bond papers to confirm where the case is filed; city names and roads may cross county lines.

Where are people booked after a Parker County DWI arrest?

Most DWI arrests in Parker County are booked at the Parker County Jail, 612 Jameson St., Weatherford. The arrested person must be brought before a magistrate without unnecessary delay and no later than 48 hours after arrest (Code of Criminal Procedure 15.17). The magistrate explains the rights and addresses bail if allowed by law. This appearance deadline does not guarantee release within 48 hours.

Where is the ALR license hearing for a Parker County arrest?

The State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) hears it, not the county court. For Parker County, SOAH's primary contact for driver's license hearings is the SOAH Fort Worth office, 6777 Camp Bowie Blvd., Suite 400, Fort Worth 76116. Use the deadline on your notice: generally 15 days after service, or 20 days after DPS mails a suspension notice following blood-test results.

Is there a DWI court or program in Parker County?

The Office of Court Administration's specialty court registry (October 1, 2026) lists no DWI-specific court for Parker County, so outcomes there turn on the evidence and on negotiation.

How do I get started?

Criminal defense consultations are free. Call (214) 239-2013 or start a chat.

Last updated October 2026