Rockwall County Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal defense in the Rockwall County courts, from our office in downtown Dallas.
In short: Rockwall County criminal cases are heard at the Rockwall County Courthouse, 1111 E. Yellowjacket Ln., Rockwall 75087. 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. The Rockwall County Criminal District Attorney's Office (Suite 201 of the courthouse) 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 Rockwall County courts in Rockwall.
Where are Rockwall County criminal cases 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 cases in Rockwall County?
The Rockwall County Criminal District Attorney's Office (Suite 201 of the courthouse) prosecutes both misdemeanors and felonies.
What should I know about Rockwall County?
Rockwall is a compact county with a single courthouse for both county and district courts, east of our Dallas office along I-30.
What charges do we handle in Rockwall County?
Which cities do we serve in Rockwall County?
Rockwall, Royse City, Heath, Fate, and the rest of Rockwall County. Major roads in the county include I-30 and SH-205.
Where are people booked after an arrest in Rockwall County?
Most people arrested in Rockwall County are taken to the Rockwall County Jail, 950 T.L. Townsend Dr., Rockwall. 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 Rockwall County cases from Dallas?
We have no office in Rockwall County; the attorney appears in the Rockwall 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 Rockwall 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rockwall | Rockwall Municipal Court | 2860 State Highway 66, Rockwall 75087 |
Last updated October 2026
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Common questions
Do you have an office in Rockwall 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 Rockwall County courts.
Where is the Rockwall County criminal courthouse?
Rockwall County Courthouse, 1111 E. Yellowjacket Ln., Rockwall 75087.
Who prosecutes misdemeanors in Rockwall County?
The Rockwall County Criminal District Attorney's Office (Suite 201 of the courthouse) prosecutes both misdemeanors and felonies.
Where is the Rockwall County jail?
People arrested in Rockwall County are usually booked at the Rockwall County Jail, 950 T.L. Townsend Dr., Rockwall.
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