Criminal defense for Cleburne cases
In short: Class C tickets from Cleburne go to the Cleburne Municipal Court at 303 W. Henderson St., Cleburne 76033. DWI, family violence, drug and felony cases go to the Johnson County courts. Protective orders can be filed where either person lives or where the violence allegedly happened, and the hearing is generally within 14 days.
Our office is in downtown Dallas. We do not have an office in Cleburne, but we defend people charged in Cleburne and across Johnson County.
Which court will hear my Cleburne case?
| Type of case | Where it is heard | Who prosecutes |
|---|---|---|
| Class C (fine-only) tickets and city ordinance cases | Cleburne Municipal Court, 303 W. Henderson St., Cleburne 76033 | City prosecutor |
| Class A and B misdemeanors, including most DWIs and family violence assaults | County Court at Law No. 1 or No. 2 | County prosecutor (see below) |
| Felonies | the 18th, 249th and 413th District Courts | County or district prosecutor (see below) |
The municipal court only hears offenses punishable by fine only. A DWI, assault, drug possession or protective order violation from Cleburne is not a municipal court case. It goes to the Johnson County courts at the Guinn Justice Center, 204 S. Buffalo Ave., Cleburne 76033. Johnson County splits prosecution: the Johnson County Attorney prosecutes adult misdemeanors, including misdemeanor DWI, and the District Attorney prosecutes felonies.
What happens after an arrest in Cleburne?
After an arrest, a magistrate sets bond and conditions. The County Attorney and District Attorney split matters. A misdemeanor DWI is negotiated with the County Attorney's office, but if the case is filed as a felony, such as a third DWI or intoxication assault, it moves to the District Attorney and a district court.
For a DWI, the 15-day deadline to request an ALR hearing starts when you get the notice, no matter which city made the arrest. Read the Johnson County DWI page for local DWI details.
Protective orders in Cleburne cases
A protective order from a Cleburne incident is usually filed in Johnson County, but Family Code 82.003 also allows the county where either person lives. The hearing is generally within 14 days. Read the Johnson County protective order page or our full Texas protective order guide.
How do I get started?
The first consultation is free. It is with a Director of Client Engagement, not an attorney. Clients who hire us work with an attorney. Call (214) 239-2013. Phones are answered 24/7, with AI covering when no staff is free.
Last updated October 2026
Common questions
Do you have an office in Cleburne?
No. Our office is at 325 N St. Paul Street in downtown Dallas. We handle cases from Cleburne and the rest of Johnson County.
Is a DWI in Cleburne handled by the municipal court?
No. The Cleburne Municipal Court hears fine-only Class C cases. A DWI is at least a Class B misdemeanor, so it goes to the Johnson County courts.
Where is the Cleburne municipal court?
Cleburne Municipal Court, 303 W. Henderson St., Cleburne 76033.
Where is a protective order from Cleburne filed?
In the county where the applicant lives, where the respondent lives, or where the family violence allegedly happened (Family Code 82.003). For most incidents in the city, that is Johnson County.
How soon is the protective order hearing?
Generally within 14 days after the application is filed (Family Code 84.001). A temporary ex parte order can last up to 20 days and be extended.
Do not wait for your court date to get help. Call (214) 239-2013.
Phones are answered 24/7, with AI covering when no staff is free.
This page provides general information about Texas law. It is not legal advice, and reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.