Dallas Warrant Lawyers

How Warrants Are Resolved in Dallas County

Voluntary surrender.  In many cases, a warrant can be resolved without an unplanned arrest. An attorney can arrange for voluntary surrender, appear with the defendant before the magistrate, and advocate for personal recognizance or a reasonable bond amount. Coming in voluntarily (rather than being apprehended) generally reflects favorably in court and may affect the bond decision.

Recalling or quashing the warrant.  In some circumstances, a warrant can be recalled or quashed without a surrender. This may be possible when the warrant was issued in error or when the underlying case has been resolved. A recall motion is viable depends on the specific facts of the case.

Addressing the underlying case.  A warrant does not resolve the underlying charge. Once the warrant is addressed and the defendant appears before the court, the original case still must be resolved. Understanding what that underlying case involves, and how to position it for the best available outcome, is part of the representation from the outset.

Consequences of an Active Warrant

An active warrant in Dallas County has immediate and ongoing consequences:

• Law enforcement can arrest you at any time and at any location 
• The warrant appears in background checks and can affect employment, professional licensing, housing applications, and loan approvals.
• Your driver’s license can be suspended or denied renewal when a warrant is active on certain types of cases.
• Failure to address a warrant on an active criminal case prevents the case from proceeding, which may limit the options available to you as time passes and evidence changes.
• A warrant arising from a probation or deferred adjudication violation can result in revocation proceedings, potentially leading to jail or prison time on the original charge.

Why Deandra Grant Law for Dallas Warrant Matters

• 30+ years in Dallas County courts.  The Frank Crowley Courts Building, the Dallas County magistration process, and the Dallas County DA’s office are familiar ground.
• Voluntary surrender coordination.  We handle the logistics of appearing before the court, advocate for favorable bond terms, and ensure your rights are protected.
• Recall and quash motions.  Where the facts support it, we pursue warrant recall without surrender.
• Full-service criminal defense.  Resolving the warrant is the first step. We handle the underlying charge through to resolution.
• 17 published law books.  Including A First Offender’s Guide to Texas Criminal Courts
• Texas Super Lawyer since 2011.  AV® Preeminent rated by Martindale-Hubbell®.

If you have an active warrant in Dallas County, call (214) 225-7117 for a free, confidential consultation. Or schedule online at texasdwisite.com.