Arlington, TX Criminal Defense Lawyer
Arrested in Arlington, Texas? We defend criminal charges in Arlington Municipal Court and Tarrant County courts.
Arrested in Arlington? Get a Defense Lawyer Who Knows Tarrant County Inside and Out.
Whether you're facing a DWI, drug charge, assault, or even a criminal citation, a criminal case in Arlington can quickly spiral into something that threatens your job, record, and future. Arlington Police and Tarrant County prosecutors don't back down—and neither do we.
At Texas Defenders, we regularly represent people arrested or cited in Arlington. We know the local judges, the prosecutors, and the pressure points in the system. Whether your case is in Arlington Municipal Court or the Tarrant County courts in Fort Worth, we're ready to protect you.
What Criminal Charges Do We Handle in Arlington?
We defend adults—not juveniles—charged with any level of criminal offense in Arlington, including:
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Drug Possession – marijuana, THC vapes, concentrates, pills, etc.
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Drug Paraphernalia
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Class C Assault (Offensive Contact)
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Public Intoxication
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Probation Violations
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All Felony Charges in District Court
We do not handle traffic tickets, but we do handle criminal Class C citations, including those commonly issued by Arlington Police.
Where Arlington Criminal Cases Are Handled
Depending on the charge, your Arlington case may be filed in:
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Arlington Municipal Court – for Class C misdemeanors (public intox, paraphernalia, assault by contact, theft under $100)
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Tarrant County Criminal Courts at Law – for Class A or B misdemeanors
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Tarrant County Criminal District Courts – for felony charges
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Tarrant County Jail (Downtown Fort Worth) – for booking, magistration, and bond hearings
We defend clients in all of these courts—and we know how to get results in each one.
How Texas Defenders Fights Arlington Cases
Whether you were arrested at AT&T Stadium, in Downtown Arlington, or on a routine traffic stop near The Parks Mall, we can step in quickly to:
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Challenge the legality of the arrest or search
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Fight for dismissal or reduction
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Negotiate diversion or deferred options
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Push back against overcharging in assault and family violence cases
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Take the case to trial when needed
Our attorneys are in Tarrant County courts every week, and we bring that experience to bear on every Arlington case.
Arrested by Arlington Police Department?
Arlington PD writes thousands of criminal citations and makes hundreds of arrests every month—especially around:
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Sporting events (Cowboys, Rangers)
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UTA campus
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Downtown nightlife districts
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Arlington Highlands and Parks Mall areas
We regularly defend clients arrested or cited in these areas, including Class C citations for:
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Public Intoxication
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Disorderly Conduct
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Drug Paraphernalia
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Assault by Contact
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Theft under $100
These are criminal charges—not just tickets—and we fight to keep them off your record.
Serving All of Arlington, Texas
We represent clients from across the Arlington area, including:
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East Arlington
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West Arlington
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Downtown / Central Arlington
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UTA Campus Area
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South Arlington
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Near Mansfield, Kennedale, and Grand Prairie
If your arrest happened within Arlington city limits, we can help—whether it was a full arrest or a citation.
Free Consultation with an Arlington Criminal Defense Lawyer
If you were arrested or cited in Arlington, don't wait. You may have a court date coming up quickly—and the earlier you hire a lawyer, the better your chances of avoiding a conviction.
Call Texas Defenders at 214-306-9696 for a free consultation. We'll tell you the truth, explain the process, and start building a strong defense from day one.
Arlington Criminal Defense FAQs
Q: Is public intoxication in Arlington just a ticket?
No. It's a Class C criminal offense that creates a record unless dismissed, sealed, or resolved with deferred options.
Q: Where will my court be if I was arrested in Arlington?
Class C citations go to Arlington Municipal Court. Misdemeanors and felonies are sent to Tarrant County courts in Fort Worth.
Q: Do you defend DWI and drug cases in Arlington?
Absolutely. We handle all DWI and drug-related arrests originating in Arlington and filed in Tarrant County.
