Arrested in Collin County? Here's What Happens Next
An arrest in Collin County moves fast, and the first days matter most. Here is where cases are heard, how the county handles them, and how our forensic-trained trial team protects your record.
Collin County Courthouse
About Criminal Court in Collin County
All criminal cases in Collin County, from Class B misdemeanors to capital murder, are heard at the Russell A. Steindam Courts Building in McKinney. The building houses all 7 County Courts at Law (misdemeanor) and all 15 District Courts (felony), along with the District Attorney’s Office and the clerks’ offices. Courtroom suite numbers indicate the floor: suites beginning with 1 are first floor, 2 second, 3 third.
Criminal Courts in Collin County
| Court | Judge | Floor | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| County Court at Law 1 | Judge Corinne A. Mason | 2nd Floor | (972) 548-3860 |
| County Court at Law 2 | Judge Barnett Walker | 1st Floor | (972) 548-3820 |
| County Court at Law 3 | Judge Lance S. Baxter | 1st Floor | (972) 548-3695 |
| County Court at Law 4 | Judge David Rippel | 1st Floor | (972) 548-3840 |
| County Court at Law 5 | Judge Randy Johnson | 2nd Floor | (972) 548-3850 |
| County Court at Law 6 | Judge Jay A. Bender | 3rd Floor | (972) 547-1850 |
| County Court at Law 7 | Judge David Waddill | 3rd Floor | (972) 548-5680 |
| 199th District Court | Judge Angela Tucker | 1st Floor | (972) 548-4415 |
| 219th District Court | Judge Jennifer Edgeworth | 2nd Floor | (972) 548-4100 |
| 296th District Court | Judge John Roach, Jr. | 2nd Floor | (972) 548-4409 |
| 366th District Court | Judge Tom Nowak | 3rd Floor | (972) 548-4570 |
| 380th District Court | Judge Benjamin N. Smith | 3rd Floor | (972) 548-4762 |
| 401st District Court | Judge Kim Laseter | 3rd Floor | (972) 548-4241 |
| 416th District Court | Judge Andrea Thompson | 2nd Floor | (972) 548-4520 |
| 417th District Court | Judge Cynthia Wheless | 3rd Floor | (972) 548-4658 |
| 429th District Court | Judge Jill Willis | 1st Floor | (972) 547-5720 |
| 468th District Court | Judge Lindsey Wynne | 2nd Floor | (972) 547-7260 |
| 469th District Court | Judge Piper McCraw | 3rd Floor | (972) 548-5660 |
| 470th District Court | Judge Brook Fulks | 2nd Floor | (972) 548-5670 |
| 471st District Court | Judge Bryan Gantt | 3rd Floor | (972) 548-5680 |
| 493rd District Court | Judge Christine Nowak | 1st Floor | (972) 548-4100 |
| 507th District Court | Judge Katheryn Pruitt | 2nd Floor | (972) 548-4100 |
What to Expect at the Russell A. Steindam Courts Building
Where to Park
Visitor parking is available at the courts complex off Bloomdale Road in McKinney. Plan extra time to park and to clear security on busy docket mornings.
What to Bring
Bring a photo ID, any paperwork or letters about your case, and your attorney’s contact information. Coordinate with your lawyer beforehand so you arrive knowing which court your case is in.
How to Dress
Treat court like a job interview. Business or business-casual clothing shows the judge you take the matter seriously. Avoid shorts, tank tops, hats, and clothing with offensive images or wording.
Finding Your Court
Collin County has 7 County Courts at Law for misdemeanors and 15 District Courts for felonies, all in the Russell A. Steindam Courts Building. The courtroom suite number indicates the floor: suites beginning with 1 are first floor, 2 second, 3 third. Check the posted docket outside the courtroom.
Arraignment, Pretrial, and Trial
Your first setting is usually an initial appearance where the charge and bond conditions are confirmed and future dates are set. Pretrial settings are where your attorney reviews the State’s evidence and negotiates. Most cases resolve before trial, but if yours does not it is set for a contested hearing or jury trial.
How Bond Works
After booking at the Collin County Jail, bond must be posted before release. Bond can be paid as a cash bond to the county or posted through a licensed bondsman as a surety bond. A magistrate sets the amount and conditions, weighing your ties to the community and any risk you pose.
How Dockets Move
Misdemeanor cases in Collin County generally move faster than in neighboring counties. For DWI, courts generally require an ignition interlock for BAC results of 0.15 or higher or any prior alcohol-related contact. Resets are common in the early stages while evidence is exchanged.
If You Have to Miss a Setting
Missing a setting can lead to a bond forfeiture and a warrant for your arrest. If you cannot attend, contact your attorney right away so they can ask the court to reset the date before the setting is missed.
Security and What You Can Bring Inside
Everyone entering the Russell A. Steindam Courts Building passes through a security checkpoint, and bags are subject to search. Lines are longest during the morning docket, so arrive early enough to clear security before your setting. Courtroom suite numbers indicate the floor: suites beginning with 1 are first floor, 2 second, 3 third.
Prohibited items include weapons and ammunition, sharp objects and tools such as scissors, screwdrivers, multi-tools, and hammers, and flammables or chemical irritants such as lighters, pepper spray, aerosols, and vapes. Also barred are glass or metal containers, water bottles and other liquids, and surveillance devices such as cameras, recording devices, smart glasses, and laser pointers. Phones are generally allowed but may not be used to photograph or record inside the courtrooms.
Getting Here
Free and paid parking nearby. Quick directions from the most common starting points.
From Our Allen office (1333 W. McDermott Drive, Suite 180)
A short drive north on US-75 to the Russell A. Steindam Courts Building at 2100 Bloomdale Road in McKinney.
From Central McKinney and US-75
Visitor parking is available at the courts complex off Bloomdale Road. Allow extra time to park and clear security before your setting.
Jail, Bond, and County Offices
Collin County Jail
4300 Community Avenue
McKinney, TX 75071
(972) 547-5200
Some cities (Plano, Frisco) hold arrestees overnight before transfer.
Collin County District Attorney
2100 Bloomdale Road, Suite 20100
McKinney, TX 75071
(972) 548-4323
DA Greg Willis.
Collin County Sheriff's Office
4300 Community Avenue
McKinney, TX 75071
(972) 547-5100
Law Enforcement Agencies
| Agency | Phone |
|---|---|
| McKinney Police Department | (972) 547-2700 |
| Plano Police Department | (972) 941-2211 |
| Frisco Police Department | (972) 292-6010 |
| Allen Police Department | (214) 509-4200 |
| Prosper Police Department | (972) 347-2226 |
| Celina Police Department | (972) 382-2726 |
| Melissa Police Department | (972) 838-1810 |
| Collin County Sheriff's Office | (972) 547-5100 |
Online Court Resources
- Collin County Case Search — Search active and historical cases by name, number, or citation.
- Online Judicial Search — Inmates, mugshots, bond amounts, and court records.
Defense for Collin County Cases
If your case is on this page's docket, these are the teams built for it.
Who Will Handle Your Case
Allen Office
Our Allen Office
Our nearest office is at 1333 W. McDermott Drive, Suite 180, Allen, TX 75013.
Collin County Case Results
Unlawfully Carrying a Weapon
Unlawfully carrying a weapon charge dismissed
DWI
DWI charge dismissed at trial
Solicitation of a Minor
Solicitation of a minor charge dropped
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case is decided on its own facts.
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