FRISCO PUBLIC INTOXICATION LAWYERS

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FRISCO PUBLIC INTOXICATION LAWYERS

Public Intoxication charges in Frisco carry serious consequences. A conviction leaves a permanent record that follows you into jobs, housing, licensing, and education. Expungement is not automatic, and you can’t qualify without first getting a dismissal. 

Trey Porter is a top-rated Texas Public Intoxication lawyer, recognized by the National Trial Lawyers Association as one of the Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers in America. He holds a 10.0 Superb Avvo rating, earned through peer endorsements, client reviews, and proven courtroom results.

Mr. Porter has significant experience securing dismissals in Frisco, DFW, and across Texas in Public Intoxication matters with the full range of facts.

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WHAT IS PUBLIC INTOXICATION IN TEXAS?

Under Texas Penal Code §49.02, Public Intoxication occurs when a person appears in a public place while intoxicated to the degree they may endanger themselves or others.

Public Intoxication is a Class C misdemeanor, but unlike a traffic ticket, it’s a permanent criminal conviction that puts red flags on work background checks, security clearances, and housing applications.  

For a more detailed breakdown of the legal elements of Public Intoxication, refer to the FAQ Guide.

WHAT ARE THE CONSEQUENCES OF A PUBLIC INTOXICATION CHARGE?

Public Intoxication charges in Frisco are often underestimated, but the impact of a conviction is long-lasting. A fine may seem minor, but the record is permanent, and it can create obstacles in every part of life. This is why working with experienced Public Intoxication lawyers focused on dismissal is critical.

A Public Intoxication conviction can affect:

  • Employment – flagged on background checks, especially for positions of trust.
  • Professional Licenses – disciplinary action for nurses, teachers, and licensed professionals.
  • Education – college students risk academic sanctions and lost scholarships.
  • Housing – landlords and management companies often deny applicants with convictions.
  • Military Service – enlistment, promotions, and security clearances are at risk.

Public Intoxication is not just a ticket. It’s a serious criminal charge that must be handled with precision, diligence, and care. Experienced criminal defense attorneys can make an impact in almost every case. With a Class C matter like Public Intoxication, a good lawyer can be the difference between dismissal and conviction.

FRISCO COURT FOR PUBLIC INTOXICATION

Public Intoxication cases will always be filed in a Municipal or Justice of the Peace Court. Venue depends on where the arrest occurred. Frisco cases may be filed in Frisco Municipal Court, a Collin County Justice of the Peace Court, or a Denton County Justice of the Peace Court.

  • FRISCO MUNICIPAL COURT
    Frisco Municipal Court
    6101 Frisco Square Blvd.
    Frisco, TX 75034
    (972) 292-5555

JUSTICE OF THE PEACE COURTS IN COLLIN COUNTY, TEXAS

Frisco arrests in the Collin County portion of the city may be filed in one of these Justice of the Peace Courts:

  • Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 – 2300 Bloomdale Road, Suite 1164, McKinney, TX 75071 – (972) 548-4125
  • Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 – 6860 Main Street, Suite E, Frisco, TX 75034 – (972) 548-6450
  • Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 – 920 East Park Boulevard, Suite 210, Plano, TX 75074 – (972) 881-3051
  • Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 – 8585 John Wesley Drive, Suite 200, Frisco, TX 75034 – (972) 731-7300

Each precinct operates out of its own courthouse. Knowing the correct venue is essential to moving a case forward without delays.

JUSTICE OF THE PEACE COURTS IN DENTON COUNTY, TEXAS

Frisco arrests in the Denton County portion of the city may be filed in one of these Justice of the Peace Courts:

  • Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 – 1 Courthouse Drive, Suite 1100, Denton, TX 76208 – (940) 349-3170
  • Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 – 5533 FM 423, Suite 901, Frisco, TX 75036 – (972) 434-7200
  • Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 – 400 North Valley Parkway, Suite 2012, Lewisville, TX 75067 – (972) 434-4750
  • Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 – 6200 Canyon Falls Drive, Suite 101, Flower Mound, TX 76226 – (972) 434-3910
  • Justice of the Peace Precinct 5 – 1400 FM 424, Suite 124, Cross Roads, TX 76227 – (940) 349-3460
  • Justice of the Peace Precinct 6 – 1029 West Rosemeade Parkway, Carrollton, TX 75007 – (972) 434-7100

These courts each have unique procedures, dockets, and judges. An attorney experienced in Denton County courts ensures filings are made properly and hearings are set without unnecessary setbacks.

FRISCO, TEXAS PUBLIC INTOXICATION ATTORNEYS

Trey Porter Law has a reputation for results. The firm has secured Public Intoxication dismissals in Collin and Denton County, including arrests tied to Toyota Stadium and Stonebriar Centre. Backed by a 10.0 Avvo rating, recognition among the Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers in America, and hundreds of five-star client reviews, Trey Porter Law is trusted across DFW and Texas by professionals, students, and service members when the stakes are high.

REVIEWED BY TREY PORTER, FRISCO PUBLIC INTOXICATION LAWYER

Trey Porter is a Frisco Public Intoxication lawyer with over a decade of trial experience defending DWI, Public Intoxication, and select criminal charges. His practice focuses on protecting lives and livelihoods, fighting for dismissals, and clearing criminal records through expungement across Texas. 

A member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the National College for DUI Defense, Mr. Porter has been recognized for his courtroom advocacy and reputation for results. His legal insights have been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, USA Today, and other national outlets. 

Trey Porter Law represents people in Frisco, and across Texas, including Arlington, Fort Worth, Irving, Dallas, McKinney, Plano, Carrollton, Garland, Grapevine, and Lewisville.

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