Rockwall County is the smallest county in Texas by area, but its court system handles a full range of criminal cases from Class B misdemeanors to capital murder. If you are facing criminal charges in Rockwall County, this guide provides everything you need to know about the courts, the judges, and the criminal process.
At Deandra Grant Law, our Rockwall office at 1101 Ridge Road, Suite 201 is located just minutes from the Rockwall County Courthouse. Our attorneys appear in the Rockwall County courts regularly and are familiar with every judge and prosecutor in the building.
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Rockwall County Courthouse
Address: 1111 E Yellow Jacket Lane, Rockwall, TX 75087
Main Phone: (972) 204-6000
All criminal cases in Rockwall County are heard at the Rockwall County Courthouse. This facility houses both County Courts at Law (misdemeanor) and three District Courts (felony), along with the District Attorney’s Office, the District Clerk’s Office, and the County Clerk’s Office.
County Courts at Law (Misdemeanor Courts)
Rockwall County’s 2 County Courts at Law handle all Class A and Class B misdemeanor criminal cases, including first-offense DWI, misdemeanor assault, marijuana possession, misdemeanor theft, and other misdemeanor offenses. The two courts share the misdemeanor caseload equally.
| Court | Judge | Phone |
| County Court at Law No. 1 | Judge Keith Wheeler | (972) 205-6410 |
| County Court at Law No. 2 | Judge Stephani Woodward | (972) 205-6420 |
What to Expect in Misdemeanor Court
Misdemeanor cases in Rockwall County move efficiently. After your first court appearance, your attorney will receive the State’s evidence and begin negotiating with the assigned prosecutor. Rockwall County’s DA’s office is well-organized and aggressive. It is led by Kenda Culpepper who was named one of the “Five Best Prosecutors in America.” Do not underestimate the prosecution in this county.
District Courts (Felony Courts)
Rockwall County’s 3 District Courts handle all felony criminal cases. The courts share the felony caseload equally through random assignment.
| Court | Judge | Phone |
| 382nd District Court | Judge Brett Allen Hall | (972) 204-6610 |
| 439th District Court | Judge David E. Rakow | (972) 204-6620 |
| 503rd District Court | Judge Brian Williams | (972) 204-6410 |
What to Expect in Felony Court
Felony cases in Rockwall County follow the standard process: arrest and bond, grand jury presentation, indictment, arraignment, pretrial hearings, plea negotiation or trial, and sentencing. Because Rockwall County has only three felony courts, the judges manage their dockets closely and cases may move faster than in larger counties with more distributed caseloads.
Rockwall County Jail
Address: 972 T.L. Townsend Drive, Rockwall, TX 75087
Phone: (972) 204-7001
Inmate Search: Available online at rockwallcountytexas.com
The Rockwall County Jail is operated by the Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office. After arrest, individuals are booked and held at this facility until bond is posted.
Rockwall County District Attorney’s Office
District Attorney: Kenda Culpepper
Address: 1111 E Yellow Jacket Lane, Suite 300, Rockwall, TX 75087
Phone: (972) 204-6800
The Rockwall County DA’s Office includes 22 prosecutors and dedicated divisions for felony trial, misdemeanor trial, family violence, child abuse, juvenile/CPS, white-collar crime, and criminal appeals. DA Culpepper is a nationally recognized prosecutor who was named one of the “Five Best Prosecutors in America” by the Manhattan Institute. When you face prosecution by this office, you need a defense team with the credentials and preparation to match.
Case Results
Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office
Address: 972 T.L. Townsend Drive, Rockwall, TX 75087
Phone: (972) 204-7001
Key Law Enforcement Agencies
- Rockwall Police Department — (972) 771-7724
- Royse City Police Department — (972) 636-9422
- Heath Department of Public Safety — (972) 771-6228
- Fate Police Department — (972) 771-4601
- Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office — (972) 204-7001 (also covers McLendon-Chisholm and unincorporated areas)
- Texas DPS — conducts traffic enforcement on I-30 and state highways throughout the county
Online Court Resources
- Rockwall County Judicial Records: rockwallcountytexas.com — search cases, check bond amounts, view court calendars
- District Clerk: (972) 204-6610 — 2nd Floor, Rockwall County Courthouse
- County Clerk: (972) 204-6000 — 1st Floor, Rockwall County Courthouse
Cities Served
All criminal cases from the following Rockwall County cities are heard at the Rockwall County Courthouse: Rockwall, Royse City, Heath, Fate, McLendon-Chisholm, and Mobile City. Note: Portions of Rowlett and Garland extend into Rockwall County. Cases from the Rockwall County portions of those cities are also heard in the Rockwall County courts.
How Deandra Grant Law Defends Clients in Rockwall County
Our Rockwall office at 1101 Ridge Road, Suite 201 is located minutes from the courthouse. Our team includes:
- Douglas Huff, Partner and Criminal Division Chief — ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer-Scientist, Garrett Discovery digital forensics training
- James Lee Bright, Senior Federal Defense Attorney
- Deandra Grant, Managing Partner — ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer-Scientist, 30+ years of DWI and criminal defense experience
No other Rockwall County firm offers this combination of forensic science credentials, federal defense and digital forensics training. When you face prosecution by Kenda Culpepper’s office, you need a defense team that can match their preparation and exceed it.
Call (214) 225-7117 or schedule an appointment online at texasdwisite.com.
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