Rockwall County DWI Lawyer

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

Where will my Rockwall County DWI case be heard?

Misdemeanor cases, including misdemeanor DWI, are heard in County Court at Law No. 1 (Suite 310) or No. 2 (Suite 404). Felonies, including felony DWI, are heard in the Rockwall County district courts, including the 382nd and 439th District Courts. Address: Rockwall County Courthouse, 1111 E. Yellowjacket Ln., Rockwall 75087.

Who prosecutes DWI cases in Rockwall County?

The Rockwall County Criminal District Attorney's Office (Suite 201 of the courthouse) prosecutes both misdemeanors and felonies.

Rockwall is a compact county with a single courthouse for both county and district courts, east of our Dallas office along I-30.

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 Rockwall 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 Rockwall County do you cover?

We handle DWI cases from Rockwall, Royse City, Heath, Fate, and the rest of the county, including stops on I-30 and SH-205. 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 Rockwall County DWI arrest?

Most DWI arrests in Rockwall County are booked at the Rockwall County Jail, 950 T.L. Townsend Dr., Rockwall. 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 Rockwall County arrest?

The State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) hears it, not the county court. For Rockwall County, SOAH's primary contact for driver's license hearings is the SOAH Dallas office, 8700 N. Stemmons Freeway, Suite 126, Dallas 75247. 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 Rockwall County?

The Office of Court Administration's specialty court registry (October 1, 2026) lists no DWI-specific court for Rockwall 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