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Atascosa County, TX

Atascosa County Courthouse

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If you were arrested in Atascosa County for allegedly committing any kind of criminal offense, do not say anything to authorities without legal representation. Instead contact an experienced Atascosa County criminal defense attorney as soon as possible.

Goldstein & Orr aggressively defends clients in Charlotte, Jourdanton, Pleasanton, and many surrounding areas. Our lawyers can fight to help you fight to achieve the most favorable possible outcome for your case.

Criminal Defense Attorney in Atascosa County, Texas

Gerry Goldstein and Cynthia Orr are both Board Certified in Criminal Law and Criminal Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Van Hilley is a former president of the San Antonio Bar Association who is admitted to both state and federal courts.

Our Atascosa County criminal defense lawyers can fight to possibly get your criminal charges reduced or dismissed. Call (210) 226-1463 today to take advantage of a free, confidential consultation that will let our attorneys provide an honest and thorough evaluation of your case.

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Common Criminal Offenses in Atascosa County, TX

Goldstein & Orr represents handles a wide variety of criminal charges. A few of the most frequent cases include, but are not limited to:

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DWI Defense in Atascosa County, TX

Located in south central Texas, Atascosa County is accessible via a number of major roadways. Highways that run through the county include Interstate 35, Interstate 37, U.S. Route 281, Texas State Highway 16, Texas State Highway 85, and Texas State Highway 97.

In addition to these high-traffic roads, people are frequently arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI, also commonly referred to as driving under the influence or DUI) on many smaller local streets in Atascosa County.

Goldstein & Orr helps people facing DWI charges for the first time as well as alleged repeat offenders. Our attorneys also defend clients against other criminal charges related to drunk driving such as intoxication assault and intoxication manslaughter.

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Atascosa County, Texas Court Resources

Atascosa County Court at Law — Misdemeanor cases in Texas involving possible jail time are typically handled in county courts. Visit this website to view the court calendar for the Atascosa County Court at Law. You can also learn about jury duty and find general information.

Atascosa County Court at Law
#1 Courthouse Circle Dr.
Suite 205
Jourdanton, TX 78026
(830) 769-4232

Atascosa County, Texas County Justices of Peace — Misdemeanor cases in Texas that are punishable by fines only are typically handled by justice courts. On this website, you can learn more about the judges for each of the four precincts in Atascosa County. You can also find information relating to the respective constables for each precinct.

Precinct 1
2136 2nd Street
Pleasanton, TX 78064
(830) 569-2801

Precinct 2
1567 FM 3175
Lytle, TX 78052
(830) 772-5828

Precinct 3
800 Main Street
Jourdanton, TX 78026
(830) 769-2074
Precinct 4
744 Hwy 281 South
Pleasanton, TX 78064
(830) 569-6614

81st & 218th District Courts — District courts in Texas have jurisdiction over felony criminal cases. The 81st and 218th Judicial District Court serves Atascosa and four other counties in Texas. Visit this website to view a court calendar and find general information.

Atascosa District Court
2nd Floor
#1 Courthouse Circle
Jourdanton, Texas 78026
(830) 769-3750

Fourth Court of Appeals — The Court of Appeals in Texas handle cases appealed from trial courts. The Fourth Court of Appeals is located in San Antonio and has intermediate appellate jurisdiction of cases appealed from lower courts in Atascosa County and 31 other counties in Texas. Visit this website to learn more about the court’s history and its current justices.

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Atascosa County, TX Law Enforcement Resources

Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office — Visit this website for information about the Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office. You can also find information on missing children in Texas. Additional links provided on this website include information about the Sheriff’s Association of Texas, Texas Rangers, and Texas Department of Public Safety.

Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office
1108 Campbell Ave
Jourdanton, TX 78026
(830) 769-3434

Jourdanton Police Department — The Jourdanton Police Department was founded on November 18, 1974, and provides law enforcement services to all the residents of the community. On this website, you can learn more about the history of the department and its current officers. You can also find related links, including a link to the Department’s Facebook page.

1604 East S.H. 97
Jourdanton, TX 78026
(830) 769-2241

81st Judicial District Attorney’s Office — Visit this website to learn more about the district attorney for Atascosa County and four other counties. You can find recent news as well as information about the current district attorney and the office’s staff. You can also learn more about the office’s Border Prosecution Unit, Human Trafficking Initiative, and Texas Violent Gang Task Force.

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Atascosa County, Texas Crime Statistics

According to Texas Sheriffs and Chiefs of Police data submitted to the Texas Department of Public Safety’s Uniform Crime Reporting Bureau, Atascosa County has seen the following crime rates for the five-year period between 2011 and 2015:

Year

Murder

Rape

Robbery

Assault

Burglary

Larceny

Auto Theft

2015

6

7

5

101

333

1,052

111

2014

3

4

5

45

143

625

54

2013

1

2

11

53

212

820

53

2012

3

3

8

64

374

859

50

2011

0

5

6

59

301

712

43

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Areas We Serve in Atascosa County, TX

Goldstein & Orr represents clients arrested in the greater Atascosa County area, including the following locations:

  • Amphion — 78065
  • Campbellton — 78008
  • Charlotte — 78011
  • Christine — 78012, 78026
  • Jourdanton — 78026
  • Kyote — 78065
  • La Parita — 78026
  • Leming — 78050
  • Lytle — 78052
  • McCoy — 78113
  • Peggy — 78062
  • Pleasanton — 78064
  • Poteet — 78065
  • Rossville —78065
  • South Savannah Heights — 78073

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Find a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Atascosa County, TX

Were you arrested in Atascosa County for an alleged criminal offense? Do not make any kind of statement to authorities until you have legal counsel.

Goldstein & Orr defends clients in communities throughout Atascosa County. Our attorneys can review your case and help you understand all of your legal options as soon as you call (210) 226-1463 or submit an online contact form to schedule a free initial consultation.

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