- Judicial Online Search app brings our top databases together. Use it to search active warrants, current inmates
(Including those released in last 24 hours), cases, and civil papers:
- The eFiling system can be used for the filing of all legal documents. All civil, criminal or family law filings
can be done on-line.
When Visiting The Courthouse
...please be aware that visitors will be screened before entrance. Please ensure youarrive early to account for
screeningif you have an appointment or schedule. Tablets and laptops must be powered on and shown to security.
Prohibited items must be returned to your vehicle. Security will not hold items at the front. No unattended items
will be permitted.
The following Items are NOT permittedin the Courthouse:
- Firearms / Explosives / Chemicals / Aerosol Sprays
Knives / Scissors / Razors / Sharp Or Pointed Objects / Edged Weapons
Lighters / Torches / Matches/ Vapes / E-Cigarettes
Tools / Nails / Screws
Metal / Glass Containers
Any Other Items That Could Compromise The Security Or Integrity Of The Courthouse Or Courtroom
Proceedings
Law Enforcement
The rule of law in Collin County, fighting and prosecuting crime in a just and
ethical manner with an intense focus on justice and safety...
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Is responsible for enforcing the law in a fair and impartial manner to prevent
and deter crime and, should that fail, to apprehend and detain those who are accused or convicted of
violating the law...
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Works to prevent and reduce the incidence of fire by increasing awareness and
knowledge of residents and businesses, and by respecting fire safety and ensuring compliance with the
fire code...
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The Court System
Jurisdiction is determined by the Texas Constitution and statutes. Generally
speaking, the 13 courts'; jurisdiction includes felony criminal cases, civil cases with higher
amounts of controversy, and family law matters...
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Jurisdiction is also determined by the Constitution and statutes, but generally
covers misdemeanor or criminal cases, Class-C Misdemeanor appeals, civil matters,
mental health cases and
probate matters among eight courts...
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Hold civil court (both justice and small claims) as quickly and judiciously as
possible to relieve the caseload of the higher courts. Also, the four courts have criminal jurisdiction
over such cases as
bad checks, truancy,
some traffic offenses, issue peace bonds and hold
hearings. The judges also perform magisterial duties for criminal complaints, ordering arrests, search
warrants, examining trials and appointing
legal counsel...
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The primary responsibilities of the Collin County Magistrate Court include
advising the defendants of their rights, determining probable cause, setting bond, and issuing warrants
in criminal cases. The Magistrate may also issue and enforce bond conditions...
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