Wise County Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal defense in the Wise County courts, from our office in downtown Dallas.
In short: Wise County criminal cases are heard at the Wise County Courthouse, 101 N. Trinity St., Decatur 76234. Misdemeanors are heard in Wise County Court at Law No. 1 in Decatur. Felonies are heard in the 271st District Court. Wise County splits prosecution: the Wise County Attorney (Courthouse, Suite 300) prosecutes misdemeanors and the District Attorney (Suite 200) prosecutes 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 Wise County courts in Decatur.
Where are Wise County criminal cases heard?
Misdemeanors are heard in Wise County Court at Law No. 1 in Decatur. Felonies are heard in the 271st District Court. Address: Wise County Courthouse, 101 N. Trinity St., Decatur 76234.
Who prosecutes cases in Wise County?
Wise County splits prosecution: the Wise County Attorney (Courthouse, Suite 300) prosecutes misdemeanors and the District Attorney (Suite 200) prosecutes felonies.
What should I know about Wise County?
The County Attorney and District Attorney split matters. A misdemeanor DWI goes through the County Attorney and County Court at Law No. 1; a felony DWI goes through the District Attorney and the 271st District Court.
What charges do we handle in Wise County?
Which cities do we serve in Wise County?
Decatur, Bridgeport, Rhome, Boyd, Chico, and the rest of Wise County. Major roads in the county include US-287, US-380 and SH-114.
Where are people booked after an arrest in Wise County?
Most people arrested in Wise County are taken to the Wise County Jail, 200 Rook Ramsey Dr., Decatur. 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 Wise County cases from Dallas?
We have no office in Wise County; the attorney appears in the Wise 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 Wise 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Decatur | Decatur Municipal Court | 201 E. Walnut St., Decatur 76234 |
Last updated October 2026
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Common questions
Do you have an office in Wise 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 Wise County courts.
Where is the Wise County criminal courthouse?
Wise County Courthouse, 101 N. Trinity St., Decatur 76234.
Who prosecutes misdemeanors in Wise County?
Wise County splits prosecution: the Wise County Attorney (Courthouse, Suite 300) prosecutes misdemeanors and the District Attorney (Suite 200) prosecutes felonies.
Where is the Wise County jail?
People arrested in Wise County are usually booked at the Wise County Jail, 200 Rook Ramsey Dr., Decatur.
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