Collin County
Allen Criminal Defense Lawyer
Allen sits along US 75 between Plano and McKinney, and Allen Premium Outlets and Watters Creek bring a steady stream of theft cases while the highway brings DWI stops. Allen arrests are prosecuted in Collin County, where the right strategy early can keep a record clean.
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The courts in Allen
- Collin County Courthouse (2100 Bloomdale Road, McKinney) - felony and Class A and B misdemeanor cases
- Allen Municipal Court (301 Century Pkwy) - Class C misdemeanors
People arrested in Allen are usually booked into the city jail first and then transferred to the Collin County Detention Facility in McKinney, where bond is set at magistration.
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How Collin County handles cases
- Arrests in Allen are filed with the Collin County District Attorney's Office, which is known for a firm charging philosophy. Early defense contact matters.
- Felony cases in Collin County move to the grand jury quickly, so there is a short window to present mitigating evidence before indictment.
- First-time offender and pretrial diversion programs exist in Collin County, but eligibility is narrower than in some neighboring counties.
- Your court dates will be at the courthouse in McKinney. Plan for early settings and full security screening.
Practice areas in Allen
Charges we defend across Collin County.
Allen DWI Lawyer
DWI and DUI Defense
Allen Assault Lawyer
Assault Defense
Allen Theft Lawyer
Theft Defense
Allen Drug Crimes Lawyer
Drug Crime Defense
Allen Felonies Lawyer
Felony Defense
Communities served
Watters Creek, Twin Creeks, Star Creek, Allen Station.