Trial-tested outstanding warrant defense in Collin County. 10 minutes from L and L Law Group's Frisco office via Stonebrook Pkwy and US-75. Free, confidential consultation 24/7. Call (214) 466-1398.
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If you or someone you love is facing outstanding warrant charges in Collin County, the next 24 to 72 hours matter. Bond conditions, license obligations, target-letter response windows, and digital evidence preservation are all decided early. The right attorney moves quickly to lock in advantages while options are still open. We answer the phone at any hour because that is when most outstanding warrant cases need defense work.
Outstanding Warrant Attorney Collin County cases in Texas are governed by Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 15. The State must prove every element beyond a reasonable doubt — and there is almost always more room to challenge the case than the prosecutor first lets on. Stops, searches, statements, lab procedures, witness identifications, chain of custody, and constitutional rights are all open ground for a defense built on Collin County uniformly uses Axon Evidence.com for body-cam, dash-cam, and digital evidence sharing with defense counsel under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 39.14.
L and L Law Group is a Frisco-based criminal defense firm built around two trial lawyers — Njeri London and Reggie London. Reggie London prosecuted in the Dallas County District Attorney's Office before joining the defense bar. That prosecutor's eye on every offense report is what shapes the defense from day one. We are 10 minutes from L and L Law Group's Frisco office via Stonebrook Pkwy and US-75.
Your Attorneys
Trial-Tested Texas Criminal Defense Counsel
Njeri London
Co-Founding Partner
Texas Bar No.: 24043266
Licensed since: 2006
Law school: Thurgood Marshall School of Law
Memberships: State Bar of Texas, TCDLA
“An outstanding warrant is not a problem that gets better with time. We arrange walk-throughs, post-bond resolutions, and immediate recalls in DFW courts. The fix is almost always faster than people expect.”
Reggie London
Co-Founding Partner
Texas Bar No.: 24043514
Licensed since: 2005
Law school: Thurgood Marshall School of Law
Former: Dallas County District Attorney’s Office
Memberships: State Bar of Texas, TCDLA
“Bond violations and warrants are where I see clients spiral the worst. The right defense move — motion to recall, bond-modification motion, status conference — usually keeps the underlying case from going sideways.”
This page was written and reviewed by Njeri London, State Bar of Texas No. 24043266, and Reggie London, State Bar of Texas No. 24043514. Last reviewed: April 2026.
Quick Answer
Outstanding Warrant Attorney Collin County cases in Texas are governed by Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 15. Penalties depend on offense level, prior history, and aggravating facts. Collin County cases are filed at the Collin County Criminal Courts Building. L and L Law Group provides free, confidential 24/7 consultations across the DFW Metroplex. Call (214) 466-1398.
Texas Law Governing Warrant Recall Cases
Outstanding Warrant Attorney Collin County charges in Texas arise under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 15 and related provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure. Punishment ranges in Texas run from Class C misdemeanor (fine only) through first-degree felony (5 to 99 years or life) under Texas Penal Code Chapter 12. The specific subsection charged, the alleged conduct, prior history, and aggravating facts all change the exposure dramatically.
The first job of defense counsel is to read the offense report carefully against the elements of the charged statute. Many warrant recall cases are filed quickly — sometimes before the State has all of its evidence — and a careful elemental review often surfaces gaps that translate into pretrial leverage. We use the Michael Morton Act discovery rights under Article 39.14 aggressively from the first appearance forward.
How a Warrant Recall Case Moves Through Collin County Courts
After arrest, booking and magistration occur at the Collin County Detention Facility, 4300 Community Ave, McKinney, where magistration occurs by video link with the magistrate within 24 hours under CCP Art. 15.17. Bond is set and conditions imposed. The case is then filed in the appropriate court — county criminal court for misdemeanors, district court for felonies, federal district court for federal charges. First setting (arraignment) is typically 4 to 8 weeks after arrest; pretrial appearances follow over several months.
Collin County uniformly uses Axon Evidence.com for body-cam, dash-cam, and digital evidence sharing with defense counsel under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 39.14 — this matters because the defense file is built around what the State must produce. Resolution comes through dismissal, motion to suppress, plea, deferred adjudication under Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 42A, pretrial diversion, or jury trial in Collin County courts.
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Defenses Commonly Raised in Warrant Recall Cases
Walk-through arrangements — many DFW courts allow attorneys to arrange recall of a warrant without an arrest or booking time.
Bond-modification motions — when conditions are unworkable (travel, employment, electronic monitoring, GPS), we file motions to modify under Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 17.
Underlying-case defense — a warrant means an active case. We engage with the prosecutor, request discovery, and begin the substantive defense.
Speedy-trial defense under Article 32A.02 — old warrants sometimes support dismissal of the underlying case for speedy-trial violations.
Bond-forfeiture defense — when forfeiture proceedings are filed, we defend under Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 22.
Post-resolution record cleanup — after the underlying case resolves, we ensure the warrant and arrest entries are fully cleared from local and DPS databases.
Collateral Consequences You Should Know About
An outstanding warrant blocks you from many forms of housing, employment, federal background checks, and travel; can be discovered at any traffic stop or DMV interaction; can result in arrest at the worst possible moment. Resolving the warrant is the precondition to almost any normal life decision after the underlying case is filed.
How We Defend Warrant Recall Cases
Our Five-Step Defense Process
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Free 24/7 Consultation + Warrant Verification
On the call, we confirm the warrant exists, the issuing court, the underlying offense, and bond amount. Texas warrants under Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 15 differ between misdemeanor and felony; the resolution path differs accordingly.
02
Walk-Through or Bond Posting Strategy
Once retained, we arrange a walk-through with the relevant court when available, or coordinate bond posting through a licensed surety. The goal is recall of the warrant without booking time.
03
Underlying Case Defense
A warrant means an underlying case exists. We engage with the prosecutor, request discovery, and begin the substantive defense — often the warrant is the lesser problem.
04
Bond Compliance + Modification
For active bonds, we monitor conditions, file motions to modify when conditions are unworkable (travel, employment, electronic monitoring), and avoid forfeiture proceedings.
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Resolution + Record Cleanup
After the underlying case resolves, we screen for expunction or nondisclosure and ensure the warrant entry is fully cleared from local and DPS systems.
Client Outcomes
Social Proof & Case Results
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“MTR filed against me for a positive UA. They negotiated continued probation with treatment instead of revocation. I would have been in TDCJ otherwise.”
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“Bond violation alleged. They moved to modify conditions instead of letting the State revoke. I stayed out and finished probation early.”
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“Outstanding warrant from years back. They negotiated a walk-through, got it recalled, and got the underlying case dismissed for speedy-trial issues. I never spent a night in jail.”
Representative Case Results
5K1.1 substantial-assistance departure — Federal Guidelines sentence reduced significantly after cooperation. TXND, 2023.
Family-violence assault dismissed — Body-cam analysis contradicted the offense report; case dismissed. Dallas County, 2024.
No affirmative finding of family violence — Plea negotiated without §22.013 finding — federal firearm rights preserved. Collin County, 2024.
Aggravated assault reduced to misdemeanor — Second-degree felony reduced to Class A after self-defense facts developed. Tarrant County, 2023.
Continuous Violence Against the Family dismissed — §25.11 count dismissed after one of the predicate cases was thrown out. Dallas County, 2024.
Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Each case is unique and depends on its own facts and applicable law.
Frequently Asked Questions
Warrant Recall — FAQ
Warrant Recall charges in Texas are governed by Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 15. Penalties depend on offense level, prior history, aggravating facts, and the specific subsection charged. The State must prove every element beyond a reasonable doubt at trial.
L and L Law Group offers free initial consultations. Engagement fees for warrant recall cases in Collin County vary based on case complexity, charge level (misdemeanor versus felony), and whether trial is anticipated. We offer flat-fee pricing with payment plans. Call (214) 466-1398 for a confidential quote tailored to your case.
The first setting is typically arraignment at the Collin County Criminal Courts Building. In most Collin County misdemeanor cases the defendant's attorney can appear without the client; felony arraignments require the defendant's presence. We will tell you exactly what is required for your case before the setting.
Yes — though never guaranteed. Common dismissal pathways include motions to suppress under Code of Criminal Procedure Article 38.23 when the stop, search, or interrogation was unlawful, insufficient evidence, witness recantation, pretrial diversion, and prosecutorial discretion in marginal cases.
It depends on the disposition. A dismissal makes you eligible for expunction under Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55A. A deferred-adjudication completion may qualify for nondisclosure under Government Code §411.0735. SB 731 (2023) expanded eligibility materially. We screen every case for record-clearing options at intake.
Yes. Even when a plea is the right outcome, the negotiated terms — dismissal of greater counts, deferred adjudication versus straight probation, conditions, and the path to record sealing — vary widely with skilled negotiation. A plea entered without counsel is rarely the best plea available.
Misdemeanor warrant recall cases typically resolve within 6 to 12 months in Collin County. Felony cases often run 9 to 18 months, longer if trial. Federal cases routinely run 12 to 24 months. The timeline depends on court docket, evidence complexity, and motions filed.
You have an absolute Fifth Amendment right not to testify, and a jury cannot hold silence against you. The decision is yours and yours alone, made with full advice from counsel after seeing how the State's case develops at trial.
Local agencies in Collin County build cases that route through the Collin County District Attorney's Office. Discovery is typically delivered through Collin County uniformly uses Axon Evidence.com for body-cam, dash-cam, and digital evidence sharing with defense counsel under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 39.14. Knowing the local agency's practices, the prosecutor unit assigned, and the trial judge's preferences shapes the defense.
Do not talk to law enforcement without counsel present. Do not consent to searches. Do not delete digital records — that can be charged separately as tampering with evidence under Texas Penal Code §37.09. Call us — the first 24 to 72 hours of an investigation are when defense leverage is highest.
Before You Go to Court
Collin County Criminal Courts Building
Conveniently located in Frisco — 10 minutes from L and L Law Group's Frisco office via Stonebrook Pkwy and US-75
Free surface parking on-site directly in front of the building. Overflow at 2200 Bloomdale Rd. 2-minute walk to entrance.
Security & What to Bring
Photo ID required. No firearms, food, or drinks. Cell phones permitted but silenced. Wait time typically under 10 min outside trial weeks.
Hours & Clerk
Building 8 a.m.–5 p.m. weekdays. District Clerk: (972) 548-4320. County Clerk: (972) 548-4185.
Dress Code
Conservative business casual at minimum. Closed-toe shoes. Avoid clothing with profanity, drug imagery, or gang-affiliated colors. Hats off in courtroom. Phones must be silenced or off.
By the Numbers
Collin County, Texas — Warrant Recall Statistics
Ch. 15
Texas Code of Criminal Procedure governs arrest warrants and recall procedure.
Source: Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 15
Ch. 17
Bail and bond conditions under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.
Source: Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 17
Art. 32A.02
Texas Speedy Trial Act — old warrants sometimes support dismissal of underlying charges.
Source: Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 32A.02
County Prosecution Approach
How the Collin County District Attorney's Office Handles Warrant Recall
the Collin County District Attorney's Office files outstanding warrant cases at the Collin County Criminal Courts Building in McKinney. Collin County's docket moves faster than Dallas County's and prosecutors are organized in tighter trial divisions. Discovery is uniformly delivered through Axon Evidence.com, which makes early defense work efficient if the defense team is set up to use it. Collin County DA →
Collin County's pretrial-diversion programs are among the most generous in DFW for qualifying first-time offenders, particularly in drug and theft cases. The DA's Office holds firm on certain charge categories — historically, no deferred adjudication on first-offense DWI was offered until HB 3582 took effect statewide in 2019. Knowing the local rules and using them is the difference between a trial-track case and a dismissal-track case.
Every case is different. The information above reflects general patterns and does not constitute a prediction or guarantee of any specific outcome.
What to Expect
Your Case Timeline
STEP 1
Arrest & Booking → Magistration
Timeframe: Within 24–48 hours
Booking and magistration occur at the Collin County Detention Facility, 4300 Community Ave, McKinney, where magistration occurs by video link with the magistrate within 24 hours under CCP Art. 15.17. Bond is set; conditions imposed; counsel may be requested at this stage.
STEP 2
Bond Posting & Release Conditions
Timeframe: Same day to 72 hours
Bond posting (cash, surety, or PR bond), conditions reviewed, MOEP issued in family-violence cases. Compliance from hour one is non-negotiable.
STEP 3
First Setting / Arraignment
Timeframe: 2 to 6 weeks after arrest
First court setting in Collin County. The defendant's attorney can typically appear without the client at the first misdemeanor setting; felony arraignments require the defendant's presence.
STEP 4
Discovery & Pretrial Motions
Timeframe: 2 to 8 months
Collin County uniformly uses Axon Evidence.com for body-cam, dash-cam, and digital evidence sharing with defense counsel under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 39.14. Defense files Article 39.14 demands, Article 38.23 motions to suppress, motions to quash, and motions in limine.
STEP 5
Negotiation, Plea, or Trial
Timeframe: 3 to 18+ months
Resolution through dismissal, motion-to-suppress ruling, plea (with or without deferred adjudication), pretrial diversion, or jury trial in Collin County courts.
STEP 6
Post-Resolution Record Clearing
Timeframe: Eligibility varies
After resolution, eligibility for expunction (CCP Chapter 55A) or nondisclosure (Government Code §411.0735) is screened and pursued where available, including SB 731 (2023) expansions.
Every case is different. Case timelines vary based on court docket, evidence complexity, and the specific facts of your situation. L and L Law Group will give you a realistic timeline assessment at your free consultation.
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