Skip to Content
Law Offices of David Sloane Law Offices of David Sloane
Call Us Today! 817-349-7118
Top
Denton County Put Unparalleled Defense In Your Corner

Denton County Criminal Defense Attorneys

We Have the Legal Know-How to Fight Your Charge

With over 900,000 residents, Denton County is the 7th largest county in Texas by population. Its crime rate is lower than the national average, and it is in the 75th percentile for safety.

That said, criminal offenses do occur within the county, with common charges including theft, drug crimes, burglary, and assault. The Denton County District Attorney’s Office prosecutes these cases. 

At the Law Offices of David Sloane, our Denton County criminal defense lawyers are skilled at identifying weaknesses in the prosecutor’s arguments and challenging the allegations made against our clients. In our 20+ years of legal experience, we have defended hundreds of people facing various accusations. With a thorough understanding of law enforcement and judicial processes, we can build thoughtful and strategic defenses.

For help fighting your misdemeanor or felony charge, contact our criminal defense attorneys in Denton County by calling us at (817) 349-7118 today. We offer a free initial consultation.

Denton County Communities

Denton County is part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. 

Located in northeastern Texas, it is comprised of the following cities, towns, and municipalities:

  • Argyle
  • Aubrey
  • Bartonville
  • Carrollton
  • Copper Canyon
  • Corinth
  • Cross Roads
  • Denton
  • DISH
  • Double Oak
  • Draper
  • Flower Mound
  • Frisco
  • Hackberry
  • Hickory Creek
  • Highland Village
  • Justin
  • Krugerville
  • Krum
  • Lake Dallas
  • Lewisville
  • Lakewood Village
  • Lincoln Park
  • Little Elm
  • Northlake
  • Oak Point
  • Pilot Point
  • Ponder
  • Providence Village
  • Roanoke
  • Sanger
  • Shady Shores
  • The Colony

Wherever in Denton County you have been charged with a crime, our team is here to help. At the Law Offices of David Sloane, our criminal defense lawyers in Denton County provide dedicated legal representation throughout the area.

Denton County District Attorney’s Office

The Denton County District Attorney’s Office consists of prosecutors, investigators, and other personnel. The Office’s primary objective is to protect community members by seeking justice after an alleged criminal act. 

Prosecutors decide what charges to file and pursue penalties and other sanctions against alleged wrongdoers. The Denton County District Attorney’s Office, headed by Paul Johnson, elected in 2007, has earned the reputation of being one of the hardest on crime throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

Below is the contact information for the District Attorney’s Office:

1450 E McKinney Street, Suite 3100

Denton, TX 76209

Phone: (940) 349-2600

Click here for more information.

Denton County Courts

After you have been charged with a crime in Denton County, your case will be processed through either a District or County Criminal Court. The court that will handle your case depends on the level of crime you have been charged with. 

Denton County has 11 felony and 5 misdemeanor courts, which include:

  • 16th District Court - Judge Sherry Shipman
  • 158th District Court - Judge Steve Burgess
  • 211th District Court - Judge Brody Shanklin
  • 362nd District Court - Judge Bruce McFarling
  • 367th District Court - Judge Margaret Barnes
  • 393rd District Court - Judge Doug Robison
  • 431st District Court - Judge Jim Johnson
  • 442nd District Court - Judge Tiffany Haertling
  • 462nd District Court - Judge Lee Ann Breading
  • 467th District Court - Judge Derbha Jones
  • 481st District Court - Judge Crystal Levonius
  • County Criminal Court 1 - Judge Lauri Ragland
  • County Criminal Court 2 - Judge Susan Piel
  • County Criminal Court 3 - Judge Forrest Beadle
  • County Criminal Court 4 - Judge Chance Oliver
  • County Criminal Court 5 - Judge Coby Waddill

The Denton County judges are knowledgeable, efficient, and well-respected. Click here to learn about the Criminal Courts and here to learn about the District Courts.

Our Denton County criminal defense attorneys are well-versed in the processes of both misdemeanor and felony courts. Reach out to us for help navigating your case.

Continue Reading Read Less

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.

  • Case Dismissed Possession of Methamphetamine Under One Gram
  • Charge Dismissed Possession of Marijuana <2oz
  • Reduced to Class C Non-Reporting Probation Criminal Trespass
  • Reduced Under 12.44 Motion to Adjudicate - Violation of Bond 2+ Times within 12 months, Publication of Intimate Visual Material, and Driving While Intoxicated
  • Case Dismissed Theft of Property $750 - $2,500

Testimonials From Real People

See What Clients Have Said About Us
    "If you’re looking for someone that’s gonna have your back and someone that’s going to get the best deal for you, this man right here is your guy."
    If you’re looking for someone that’s gonna have your back and someone that’s going to get the best deal for you, this man right here is your guy. I can be in jail right now but if it wasn’t for him and what he the amount of work he puts in the city I am not I am very thankful he will work you and your budget time isn’t a factor but the sooner the better 1000 stars
    - Quaran
    "I consider this money well spent. He did a great job."
    I hired David Sloane to defend me against marijuana charge. He gave me the option of charging a flat fee. It was explained to me my cost would be fixed regardless of whether it took him one appearance in court or ten. I agreed to this as a means of limiting my legal cost. He was able to get the charges against me dismissed. I consider this money well spent. He did a great job for the price quoted.
    - Slade
    "David Sloane is hands down the most professional, trustworthy, and hard working attorney I've ever known."
    David Sloane is hands down the most professional, trustworthy, and hard working attorney I've ever known. He has helped my family time and time again. We only trust him with our legal issues and you should too. You will not be disappointed with the results. He will fight tooth and nail for you and will not stop. Choosing any other attorney is a mistake.
    - Matt
    "He moves mountains and he is straight forward with everything"
    He is a great attorney I would recommend him to anyone. He moves mountains and he is straight forward with everything and he gives you all the options and lets you choose and he will advise you for what he thinks and more than likely right or you can go with what you want and both of you will roll the dice together and go with that option if you want to he does not strong arm you into anything. And after meeting and seeing people talk about him what he does in work and outside of work he is an all around great man. and would highly recommend retaining him.
    - Garret
    "He's always been very efficient at what he does and I feel safest working with him. His work ethic is outstanding"
    David was able to save me a lot of hassle and money plus a case that if I handled myself. Would have been a nightmare brought to life turned into a cakewalk! He's always been very efficient at what he does and I feel safest working with him. His work ethic is outstanding and somewhat rare. David has supported me on 3 different cases.
    - Daniel
    "David Sloane is the most professional, friendly, informed lawyer I have ever had the privilege of hiring as my legal council!"
    David Sloane is the most professional, friendly, informed lawyer I have ever had the privilege of hiring as my legal council! He knows the law inside and out, and will bend over backwards to help his clients. I cannot recommend him enough! He has worked miracles for me, and made it seem effortless! I will always come to David with my legal concerns, recommending him STRONGLY to all my friends and family!
    - Erich
    "5 stars! If I could.. 10!"
    A great, outgoing and easy to talk to attorney. Mr. Sloane gets right to the point and knows to handle a case. Worth your money I promise you. 5 stars! If I could.. 10!
    - Mary
    "Mind blown."
    I couldn’t believe what he did for me when it was happening. I was not expecting that he would get my entire case DROPPED. I was expecting a felony on my name, but I left court a free man. He is well worth the cost. Thank you! Nobody else could have done what you have.
    - Ngeune P.