Tarrant County has 11 criminal district courts that hear felony criminal matters. Due to the serious consequences of a felony conviction, you need a criminal defense attorney with experience in the court you have been assigned. The felony criminal defense lawyers with Sloane Law Firm have the experience necessary to represent you in the Tarrant County 213th District Court.
Contact us today at (817)810-0088 for a FREE Consultation with our Tarrant County Felony Criminal Defense Lawyers at the Sloane Law Firm!
213th District Court is located on the 8th floor of the Tim Curry Criminal Justice Center at 401 W. Belknap, Fort Worth, Texas. Judge Chris Wolfe, pictured above, is the presiding judge at 213th District Court , which handles adult felony cases that have allegedly occurred in Tarrant County.
To learn more visit the Tarrant County 213th District Court Website or Judge Chris Wolfe’s Website.
What Type of Cases are handled in the Tarrant County 213th District Court?
Felony cases that have allegedly occurred in Tarrant County are handled by one of the 11 criminal district courts, including 213th District Court.
In Texas, common types of felonies include:
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Assault: Aggravated assault, which involves causing serious bodily injury or using a deadly weapon during an assault. It can be charged as a felony.
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Robbery: The act of unlawfully taking another person's property or belongings through force or threat of force, often involving the use of a weapon.
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Burglary: Illegally entering a building, vehicle, or habitation with the intent to commit a theft, assault, or felony inside.
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Theft: Stealing property or assets without the owner's consent, including offenses like grand theft, auto theft, or theft by deception.
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Drug offenses: Possession, manufacturing, or distribution of illegal drugs such as cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, or marijuana (in large quantities).
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Sex Crimes: Including rape, sexual assault, indecency with a child, or possession and distribution of child pornography.
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Fraud: Engaging in deceptive practices to obtain money, property, or services, such as insurance fraud, identity theft, or embezzlement.
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White-Collar Crimes: Non-violent offenses typically involving financial or corporate misconduct, such as money laundering, bribery, insider trading, or tax evasion.
What is the Punishment Range for Felonies Under Texas Law?
Under Texas Penal Code Section 12.04, felonies are classified according to the relative seriousness of the offense into five categories:
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State Jail Felony, punishable between 180 days to two years in a state jail facility and a fine up to $10,000.
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Third Degree Felony, punishable between two years to ten years in prison and a fine up to $10,000.
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Second Degree Felony, punishable between two years to twenty years in prison and a fine up to $10,000.
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First Degree Felony, punishable between five years to 99 years in prison, and a fine up to $100,000.
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Capital Felony, punishable by life, life without parole, or death.
How to FIGHT- Contact us for a FREE Consultation with our Tarrant County Felony Criminal Defense Lawyers!
If you or a loved one are facing a felony offense in Tarrant County 213th District Court, you need experienced criminal defense representation. A felony conviction carries substantial prison time, permanently stains your criminal record, and results in numerous collateral consequences. The experienced Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers with Sloane Law Firm are here to protect you!
Our Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers have helped thousands of clients fight felony cases in Texas and throughout the greater Dallas – Fort Worth Area, such as:
Contact us today at (817)810-0088 for a FREE Consultation with the Tarrant County Felony Criminal Defense Lawyers at Sloane Law Firm!