Austin Texas DWI Lawyers, Court, & Law Enforcement Information

 

If you have been charged with a DUI/DWI within Austin County, Texas, you will have signed a notice given to you by the police officer who arrested you, promising that you will appear in court on a given date and time – normally 1 to 3 weeks after your arrest date. Below is directory of Austin CountyCriminal Court Judges, clerk contact information, and sheriff’s department.

 

Austin

 

The Austin Criminal Courts at Law have exclusive original jurisdiction of misdemeanors where the fine allowed exceeds $500 or confinement in the county jail does not exceed one year, so this includes the vast majority of DUI/DWI cases.

 

The AustinDistrictCriminal Courthas jurisdiction over felony cases. If your DWI is considered a felony due to aggravating factors involved in your DWI case, such as you were driving with a suspended or revoked license, or you had a minor in the vehicle, or caused and accident, your case will be heard in a District Court where much stiffer penalties can be imposed.

AustinCounty Judge
Judge Carolyn Bilski
One East Main
Bellville, Texas 77418
Phone: 979-865-5911
Web: http://www.austincounty.com/ips/cms/countyoffices/

Austin County Court At Law Judge
Daniel W. Leedy
One East Main
Bellville, Texas 77418
Phone: 979-865-5911
Fax: 979-865-8350

Austin County Clerk
Carrie Gregor
One East Main
Bellville, Texas 77418
Phone: 979-865-5911
Fax 979-865-0336
Web: http://www.austincounty.com/ips/cms/countyoffices/CountyClerk/

Austin Sheriff Department
Sheriff R. DeWayne Burger
417 N. Chesley
Bellville, TX 77418
Phone: 979-865-3112
Fax: 979-865-5911
Website: http://www.austincounty.com/ips/cms/countyoffices/sheriff.html
 

Legal Representation

 

Attending court for the first time can be an extremely daunting experience. It is in your best interest to hire a qualified DUI/DWI attorney who will act as your guide through the process, and make sure that your rights are being protected. If you have been charged with a misdemeanor, it may be that you do not even have to attend court yourself, rather your attorney can appear on your behalf.

 

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