Criminal defense for Midlothian cases
In short: Class C tickets from Midlothian go to the Midlothian Municipal Court at 1111 George W. Raffield Jr. Way, Midlothian 76065. DWI, family violence, drug and felony cases go to the Ellis 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 Midlothian, but we defend people charged in Midlothian and across Ellis County.
Which court will hear my Midlothian case?
| Type of case | Where it is heard | Who prosecutes |
|---|---|---|
| Class C (fine-only) tickets and city ordinance cases | Midlothian Municipal Court, 1111 George W. Raffield Jr. Way, Midlothian 76065 | City prosecutor |
| Class A and B misdemeanors, including most DWIs and family violence assaults | Ellis County Courts at Law No. 2 and No. 3, on the third floor at 109 S. Jackson St | County prosecutor (see below) |
| Felonies | the Ellis County district courts, including the 443rd and 504th 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 Midlothian is not a municipal court case. It goes to the Ellis County courts at the Ellis County courts, 109 S. Jackson St., Waxahachie 75165. The Ellis County and District Attorney's Office prosecutes both misdemeanors and felonies.
Part of this city lies in Johnson County. A case from that part goes to that county's courts, so check the county on your paperwork.
What happens after an arrest in Midlothian?
After an arrest, a magistrate sets bond and conditions. Ellis County uses one combined prosecutor's office for misdemeanors and felonies, so the same office handles your case from filing through trial.
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 Ellis County DWI page for local DWI details.
Protective orders in Midlothian cases
A protective order from a Midlothian incident is usually filed in Ellis County, but Family Code 82.003 also allows the county where either person lives. The hearing is generally within 14 days. Read the Ellis 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 Midlothian?
No. Our office is at 325 N St. Paul Street in downtown Dallas. We handle cases from Midlothian and the rest of Ellis County.
Is a DWI in Midlothian handled by the municipal court?
No. The Midlothian Municipal Court hears fine-only Class C cases. A DWI is at least a Class B misdemeanor, so it goes to the Ellis County courts.
Where is the Midlothian municipal court?
Midlothian Municipal Court, 1111 George W. Raffield Jr. Way, Midlothian 76065.
Where is a protective order from Midlothian 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 Ellis 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.