Hartley County Criminal Defense Attorney
Criminal Defense in Hartley County and the 69th Judicial District Area

Hartley County is located in the Texas Panhandle and home to approximately 5,000 residents. The county seat of Hartley County is Channing. Hartley County has a slightly higher than average crime rate compared to the average U.S. county.
Sloane Law Firm has defended hundreds of people accused of committing criminal offenses in Hartley County. The most common criminal offenses prosecuted in Hartley County are drug crimes, burglary, and theft. The Hartley County Criminal Defense Lawyers with the Sloane Law Firm have the experience necessary to analyze a case and determine an effective defense strategy to secure our client’s goals.
If you are accused of committing a crime in Hartley County, the experienced Harley County Criminal Defense Lawyers at Sloane Law Firm are ready to help you. Call (817) 349-7118 today to schedule a free consultation.
Hartley County Communities
Hartley County is home to two cities: Channing and Dalhart. Channing serves as the county seat of Hartley County.
The Hartley County Criminal Defense Lawyers with the Sloane Law Firm have experience in defending individuals from Channing from criminal prosecution.
69th Judicial District Court
Moore County Courthouse
715 S. Dumas Avenue
Dumas, TX 79029
Phone: (806) 935-2700
The 69th Judicial District Court handles felony criminal cases in Dallam County, Hartley County, Moore County, and Sherman County. Judge Kim Allen presides over the 69th Judicial District Court. To learn more, visit the 69th Judicial District Court's website.
69th Judicial District Clerk
Moore County Courthouse
715 S. Dumas Avenue, Room 109
Dumas, TX 79029
Phone: (806) 935-4218
The 69th Judicial District Clerk is Mayra Rivero. The 69th Judicial District Clerk’s offices maintain records for the 69th Judicial District Court. For more information, visit the 69th Judicial District Clerk website.
69th Judicial District Attorney
Moore County Courthouse
715 S. Dumas Avenue, Room 304
Dumas, TX 79029
Phone: (806) 935-5654
The 69th Judicial District Attorney’s Office is committed to pursuing justice and protecting the community in Dallam County, Hartley County, Moore County, and Sherman County. Erin Lands Achondo has served as the 69th Judicial District Attorney since 2021. To learn more, visit the 69th Judicial District Attorney's Office website.
Hartley County Court
Hartley County Courthouse

900 Main St
Channing, TX 79018
Phone: (806) 235-3442
If you are accused of committing a misdemeanor criminal offense in Hartley County, your case will be heard in the Hartley County Court at the Hartley County Courthouse in Channing, TX. Hartley County has 1 misdemeanor court. Judge Ronnie Gordon presides over the Hartley County Court.
Visit the Hartley County Court website to learn more about the Hartley County Criminal Court at the Hartley County Courthouse
Hartley County Clerk
Hartley County Courthouse
900 Main St
Channing, TX 79018
Phone: (806) 235-3582
The Hartley County Clerk is Melissa Mead. The Hartley County Clerk’s office maintains records for the Hartley County Court. To learn more, visit the Hartley County Clerk website.
Hartley County Attorney
1401 Walnut Ave
Dalhart, TX 79022
Phone: (806) 244-0155
The Hartley County Attorney is Robert Elliot. To learn more, visit the Hartley County Attorney's Office website.
Our Settlements & Verdicts
Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.
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Reduced to Obstruction of a Highway Driving While Intoxicated 2nd (DWI)
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Charges Dismissed Deadly Conduct, Unlawful Carry of Weapon, and Possession of Marijuana <2oz
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Cases Dismissed Possession of a Controlled Substance Under One Gram and Reckless Driving
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Case Dismissed Theft of Property $750 - $2,500
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Cases Dismissed Assault Bodily Injury - Family Member and Emergency Protective Order
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