McLennan County Criminal Courthouse Guide

Look up your case by name or cause number through the McLennan County online case search (mclennan.gov). You can also call the District Clerk at (254) 757-5000.

The McLennan County Courthouse is located at 501 Washington Avenue, Waco, TX 76701. The main phone number is (254) 757-5000.

At your first setting the court confirms bond and bond conditions and takes an initial plea. The State then provides discovery and negotiations with the assigned prosecutor begin. Most first settings are brief.

After arrest a magistrate sets bond, usually within 24 to 48 hours. You can post a cash bond (the full amount paid to the county) or a surety bond through a licensed bail bondsman, typically around 10 percent of the bond amount.

Every visitor passes through security screening. Weapons, recording devices, cameras, and smart glasses are prohibited; cell-phone rules vary by courtroom, so silence your phone and follow posted notices and the bailiff’s instructions.

Dress neatly and conservatively: business or business-casual clothing. Avoid shorts, tank tops, hats, and clothing with offensive graphics. Arriving early and dressing respectfully signals seriousness to the court.

Missing a setting can lead the judge to issue a bench warrant (capias) for your arrest and may forfeit your bond. If you miss or expect to miss a date, contact your attorney immediately so it can be addressed before a warrant issues.