Fort Worth & Tarrant County Criminal Defense Attorney

Local Fort Worth Criminal Defense Attorney Protecting Tarrant County and the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex

Sloane Law Firm has successfully defended thousands of people accused of crimes in Fort Worth and Tarrant County. Located only blocks away from the Tarrant County Tim Curry Criminal Justice Center, the local Fort Worth criminal defense attorneys with the Sloane Law Firm are here to defend you. Contact us today to start your defense! 

Have you been accused of committing a crime? Our experienced Tarrant County criminal defense lawyers at Sloane Law Firm are ready to help. Contact us at (817) 349-7118 today to schedule a free consultation.

Sloane Law Firm - Fort Worth & Tarrant County Criminal Defense

Sloane Law Firm provides criminal defense representation for any accusation in Fort Worth, Tarrant County, and the surrounding communities, regardless of the charge or complexity. 

While we defend all criminal allegations, our primary focus is on drug possession and distribution, assault, sexual assault, and DWI cases, where our proven experience and aggressive strategies have delivered exceptional results for our clients.

1. Assault

Our firm provides skilled criminal defense representation against all assault-related charges in Fort Worth, Tarrant County, and the greater DFW area - protecting clients accused of both misdemeanor and felony offenses. The most common cases we handle include Assault Causing Bodily Injury and Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, where we fight to expose weaknesses in the State’s case and protect our clients’ rights and reputations.

2. Driving While Intoxicated

Our firm provides aggressive criminal defense representation for all DWI charges in Fort Worth, Tarrant County, and the surrounding DFW Metroplex, defending clients at every stage of the process—from arrest to trial. We most commonly represent first-time DWI offenders and those charged with a DWI 2nd, focusing on minimizing penalties, protecting driver’s licenses, and fighting for case dismissals or reductions whenever possible.

3. Drug Possession & Delivery

Our firm offers comprehensive criminal defense representation for all drug-related charges in Fort Worth, Tarrant County, and throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, from simple possession to complex trafficking cases. We frequently defend clients accused of drug possession and delivery offenses, focusing on challenging illegal searches, suppressing unlawfully obtained evidence, and fighting for dismissals or reductions that protect our clients’ futures.

4. Sexual Assault 

Our firm provides experienced and aggressive criminal defense representation for all sexual assault charges in Fort Worth, Tarrant County, and the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex, understanding the severe consequences and stigma these allegations carry. We most frequently defend clients accused of Sexual Assault and Aggravated Sexual Assault, focusing on challenging unreliable evidence, exposing inconsistencies in witness statements, and fighting tirelessly to protect our clients’ reputations and freedom.

Texas Criminal Offense Punishment Ranges

Sloane Law Firm defends individuals accused of any level of criminal offense in Texas—from minor misdemeanors to the most serious felonies. Texas divides criminal charges into three classes of misdemeanors and five degrees of felonies. No matter the charge, our firm provides strategic, results-driven defense aimed at protecting your rights and securing the best possible outcome.

Texas Felony Punishment Ranges 

• 1^st Degree Felony – 5 to 99 years or life in prison and a fine up to $10,000
• 2^nd Degree Felony – 2 to 20 years in prison and a fine up to $10,000
• 3^rd Degree Felony – 2 to 10 years in prison and a fine up to $10,000
• State Jail Felony – 180 days to 2 years in state prison and a fine up to $10,000

Texas Misdemeanor Punishment Ranges

• Class A Misdemeanor – Up to 1 year in the Tarrant County Jail and a fine up to $4,000
• Class B Misdemeanor – Up to 180 days in the Tarrant County Jail and a fine up to $2,000
• Class C Misdemeanor – Up to a $500 fine

Types of Criminal Defense Representation

Sloane Law Firm offers comprehensive criminal defense representation for clients facing any charge in Fort Worth and Tarrant County, combining aggressive advocacy with proven courtroom experience. Whether you’re accused of a misdemeanor or a serious felony, our team is dedicated to protecting your rights, your freedom, and your future every step of the way.

1. Investigation Representation

Our firm offers proactive investigation representation in Fort Worth and Tarrant County, frequently dealing with Fort Worth and Arlington Police Department, intervening early to protect your rights, guide interactions with law enforcement, and often prevent criminal charges before they’re ever filed. 

2. Pre-Trial Representation

Our firm provides strategic pre-trial representation in Fort Worth and Tarrant County, meticulously analyzing the Tarrant County District Attorney’s evidence and negotiating from a position of strength to achieve the most favorable outcome before your case ever reaches trial.

3. Trial Representation

Our firm delivers aggressive trial representation in Fort Worth and Tarrant County, challenging the Tarrant County District Attorney’s evidence, exposing weaknesses in the prosecution’s case, and fighting relentlessly for a not guilty verdict and your complete exoneration.

4. Appeal Representation 

Our firm offers dedicated appeal representation in the Second Court of Appeals in Fort Worth and Tarrant County, identifying legal errors and injustices from trial and fighting tirelessly to overturn wrongful convictions and restore your good name.

5. Probation Modification/ Revocation

Our firm provides skilled probation modification and revocation representation in every court at the Tim Curry Criminal Justice Center in Fort Worth and Tarrant County, defending against alleged violations and advocating for fair outcomes that keep you on track for successful completion rather than incarceration.

6. Expunction & Non-Disclosures

Our firm offers comprehensive expunction and nondisclosure representation in Fort Worth and Tarrant County, helping clients erase or seal criminal records after dismissals, acquittals, or deferred adjudications to fully restore their reputations and move forward with confidence.

Fort Worth and Tarrant County Criminal Defense FAQs

1. Do I need to hire a lawyer in Fort Worth and Tarrant County for criminal defense?
   YES! – The Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office will employ professional prosecutors aimed at taking your freedom. You need your own professional to protect your rights and freedom. Sloane Law Firm employes award winning attorneys to fight for you.
2. When do I hire a lawyer? 
   The final decision to hire a lawyer is ultimately up to you; however, most professionals agree, the sooner the better. Hiring a criminal defense attorney allows them more time to adequately analyze your case and ensure the proper procedures are taken. 
3. How much does a criminal defense attorney cost in Fort Worth and Tarrant County?
   Most criminal defense attorneys in Fort Worth and Tarrant County charge a flat-fee for criminal defense representation tailored to your specific representation desires and goals. At Sloane Law Firm, we tailor our representation and fees to your needs to ensure you receive the representation you desire.
4. What do I do after an arrest? 
   After an arrest, the most important thing you can do is contact an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately to protect your rights and begin building your defense. The sooner an attorney is involved, the better your chances of avoiding mistakes, preserving critical evidence, and achieving a favorable outcome.

Why Choose Sloane Law Firm for Criminal Defense in Fort Worth and Tarrant County?

• Our Values:
  • 50+ Years of Combined Legal Experience
  • 150+ 5-Star Reviews
  • Award Winning Attorneys
  • Modern Law Firm with Holistic Client First Approach
  • Serving Clients Throughout the DFW Metroplex
  • Former Law Enforcement Lieutenant & Teacher
• Case Results
• Testimonials
• Awards, Accolades, and Memberships
• Meet Our Award-Winning Team

Contact the Sloane Law Firm if you or a loved one is facing criminal prosecution!

Fort Worth and Tarrant County – Our Home and Primary Practice Area

Tarrant County is the third-most populous county in Texas and the 15th-most populous county in the United States. Home to over 2.1 million residents, Tarrant County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States and home to a diverse and vibrant economy and culture. Despite its size and population density, Tarrant County has a lower-than-average crime rate – approximately 29.91 per 1,000 residents.

Sloane Law Firm has defended thousands of people accused of committing criminal offenses in Tarrant County. The most common crimes prosecuted by the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney's Office are driving while intoxicated (DWI), drug possession, theft, assault, and burglary. Our Tarrant County criminal defense lawyers at the Sloane Law Firm have the experience necessary to analyze a case and determine an effective defense strategy to pursue our clients' goals.

Tarrant County Cities and Communities

What cities in Tarrant County does Sloane Law Firm offer criminal defense representation? 

Sloane Law Firm proudly offers criminal defense representation in all 41 incorporated cities, towns, and municipalities of Tarrant County, including: 

• Arlington
• Azle
• Bedford
• Benbrook
• Blue Mound
• Burleson
• Colleyville
• Crowley
• Dalworthington Gardens
• Edgecliff Village
• Euless
• Everman
• Flower Mound
• Forest Hill
• Fort Worth
• Grand Prairie
• Grapevine
• Haltom City
• Haslet
• Hurst
• Keller
• Kennedale
• Lakeside
• Lake Worth
• Mansfield
• Newark
• North Richland Hills
• Pantego
• Pelican Bay
• Reno
• Richland Hills
• River Oaks
• Saginaw
• Sansom Park
• Southlake
• Trophy Club
• Watauga
• Westlake
• Westover Hills
• Westworth Village
• White Settlement

The Fort Worth criminal defense lawyers with the Sloane Law Firm have defended individuals from every Tarrant County Community from criminal prosecution.

Tarrant County Courts

What courts does Sloane Law Firm practice in Tarrant County? 

Sloane Law Firm proudly offers criminal defense representation in every Tarrant County criminal court, as well as before the Second Court of Appeals and the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. Whether your case is at the trial level, on appeal, or requires post-conviction relief, our team provides skilled, comprehensive advocacy at every stage of the process. We stand ready to protect your rights, challenge the State’s case, and fight for the best possible result in any courtroom across Texas.

Criminal Trial Courts

What court in Tarrant County will my case be handled in? 

If you are accused of committing a criminal offense in Tarrant County, your case will be heard in a Tarrant County Criminal Court at the Tim Curry Criminal Justice Center in Downtown Fort Worth. Tarrant County has ten felony courts and ten misdemeanor courts. The various Tarrant County judges are well respected throughout Texas for their in-depth legal knowledge and orderly courtrooms.

Tarrant County District Courts have jurisdiction over felonies, and include:

• Criminal District Court No. 1 – Judge Elizabeth Beach
• Criminal District Court No. 2 – Judge William Knight
• Criminal District Court No. 3 – Judge Douglas Allen
• Criminal District Court No. 4 – Judge Andy Porter
• 213^th District Court – Judge Chris Wolfe
• 297^th District Court – Judge Amy Allin
• 371^st District Court – Judge Ryan Hill
• 372^nd District Court – Judge Julie Lugo
• 396^th District Court – Judge Vincent Giardino
• 432^nd District Court – Judge Ruben Gonzalez
• 485^th District Court – Judge Steven Jumes

Tarrant County Courts have jurisdiction over misdemeanors, and include: 

• County Criminal Court No. 1 – Judge David Cook
• County Criminal Court No. 2 – Judge Carey Walker
• County Criminal Court No. 3 – Judge Bob McCoy
• County Criminal Court No. 4 – Judge Deborah Nekhom
• County Criminal Court No. 5 – Judge Bradley Clark
• County Criminal Court No. 6 – Judge Randi Hartin
• County Criminal Court No. 7 – Judge Eric Starnes 
• County Criminal Court No. 8 – Judge Charles Vanover
• County Criminal Court No. 9 – Judge Brian Bolton
• County Criminal Court No. 10 – Judge Trent Loftin

Visit the Tarrant County Criminal Courts website to learn more about Tarrant County Criminal Courts at the Tim Curry Criminal Justice Center.

Court of Appeals

What court will handle an appeal from a Tarrant County criminal court? 

The Texas Second Court of Appeals is also located at the Tim Curry Criminal Justice Center in Tarrant County. The Second Court of Appeals has jurisdiction over appeals from criminal courts in Archer, Clay, Cooke, Denton, Hood, Jack, Montague, Parker, Tarrant, Wichita, Wise, and Young County. To learn more about the Second Court of Appeals, visit the Second Court of Appeals website.

Texas Second Court of Appeals contact information:

Tim Curry Criminal Justice Center

401 W. Belknap, Suite 9000

Fort Worth, TX 76196

Phone: (817) 884-1900

Court of Criminal Appeals

What court will handle an appeal from the Second Court of Appeals? 

The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals (CCA) is the state’s highest court for criminal cases and has final appellate jurisdiction over all criminal matters in Texas. It reviews appeals from intermediate appellate courts, including the Second Court of Appeals, which covers Fort Worth and surrounding counties. When a criminal conviction from this region is appealed beyond the Second Court, the CCA has the authority to review alleged legal errors, constitutional issues, and matters of statewide importance, ensuring that justice is properly administered across the state. To learn more, visit the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals website. 

Tarrant County District and County Court Clerks

The Tarrant County Clerk is M. Louise Nicholson, and the Tarrant County District Clerk is Thomas A. Wilder. The Tarrant County Clerks' offices maintain records for the Tarrant County Criminal Courts. To search public records, request a copy of records, make payments, and more, visit the Tarrant County Clerk website or Tarrant County District Clerk website.

Tarrant County Clerk's Office contact information:

100 W. Weatherford

Fort Worth, TX 76196

Phone: (817) 884-1195

Tarrant County District Clerk's Office contact information:

100 N. Calhoun Street

Fort Worth, TX 76196

Phone: (817) 884-1574

Tarrant County District Attorney

Who is the prosecutor in Tarrant County? 

The Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office is dedicated to prosecuting the guilty, protecting the innocent, and deterring crime. Phil Sorrels has served as the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney since 2022. The Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office has over 300 employees that prosecute the more than 45,000 criminal cases filed in Tarrant County each year. To learn more, visit the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office website

District Attorney contact information:

Tim Curry Criminal Justice Center

401 W. Belknap

Fort Worth, TX 76196

Phone: (817) 884-1400

Tarrant County Law Enforcement

County Sherriff

The Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for protecting and serving the Tarrant County community. Bill E. Waybourn, elected in 2017, serves as the Tarrant County Sheriff. Tarrant County Sheriff deputies serve the community through a variety of roles, such as: detention officer at the Tarrant County Corrections Center, Lon Evans Jail, or Green Bay Jail; bailiffs for the Tarrant County Criminal Courts at the Tim Curry Criminal Justice Center; and deputy sheriffs patrolling throughout Tarrant County. To learn more, visit the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office website.

Sheriff Bill E. Waybourn

200 Taylor Street, 7th Floor

Fort Worth, TX 76196

Phone: 817-884-1213

Fort Worth Police Department

There are 71 police departments in Tarrant County located throughout the 41 incorporated cities, towns, and municipalities. The primary goal of each police department in Tarrant County is to protect and serve their respective communities, and to enforce the laws of Texas. The Fort Worth Police Department is the primary police department in Tarrant County. The Fort Worth Police Department is responsible for the safety of the Fort Worth community, the largest community in Tarrant County. To make a report online, access accident reports, and more, visit the Fort Worth Police Department website.

Constable

Tarrant County Constables are officers of the courts who provide fair and impartial notification to citizens of court actions that may involve them. Tarrant County has eight constables, one for each precinct. To learn more information about the Constables in the eight precincts of Tarrant County, visit the Tarrant County Constables website.

Choose the Home Team – Sloane Law Firm – Local, Proven, and Trusted Fort Worth and Tarrant County Criminal Defense

When your freedom and future are on the line, choose the home team that knows Fort Worth and Tarrant County inside and out. The Sloane Law Firm is located just blocks from the Tarrant County Courthouse, where we appear daily and have built trusted relationships within the local legal community. This is our home, our primary practice area, and where we’ve successfully defended thousands of clients. If you’re facing criminal charges in Fort Worth or anywhere in Tarrant County, trust the local team that fights—and wins—right here at home.

Contact the Sloane Law Firm today to schedule a FREE Consultation with our Criminal Defense Team in Tarrant County.