Fraud / Forgery BAIL BONDS
Dallas County, Texas
Fraud and forgery charges in Dallas County are prosecuted by the District Attorney’s white-collar crimes unit, and bond conditions often include restrictions on financial accounts, electronic communications, and contact with alleged victims. Act Quick Bail Bonds posts fraud and forgery bonds at Lew Sterrett Justice Center 24 hours a day and handles multi-count bookings — common when forged checks, identity theft, and credit card abuse stack together. Our licensed agents will explain every term before bond is filed. Call (214) 744-1414 — we work day and night.
Fraud / Forgery in Dallas County
- Statute
- Texas Penal Code §32.21 (forgery), §32.46 (securing execution of a document by deception)
- Classification
- Range: Class A Misdemeanor through 3rd-Degree Felony
- Statutory Penalty
- Forging a check, credit card, or commercial instrument: Class A Misdemeanor (up to 1 year, $4,000 fine). Forging a will, deed, mortgage, contract affecting property, or government instrument: 3rd-Degree Felony (2–10 years prison).
- Escalation / Notes
- Fraud against an elderly victim is enhanced to the next-higher classification under §32.46(d). Multiple counts may be aggregated for a higher charge under §31.09.
Fraud and forgery charges in Dallas County encompass a broad range of offenses under the Texas Penal Code, including forgery (Section 32.21), fraud (Section 32.46), securing execution of a document by deception (Section 32.46), and insurance fraud (Section 35.02). Forgery involves creating, altering, or possessing a forged writing — such as checks, identification documents, contracts, or government records — with the intent to defraud. The charge level depends on the type of instrument: forging a will, deed, mortgage, or government document is a third-degree felony, while forging a check is typically a Class A misdemeanor that can be enhanced based on the amount. Fraud charges in Dallas County are prosecuted aggressively, particularly when they involve elderly victims, government programs, or financial institutions. The Dallas County District Attorney’s office maintains a specialized white-collar crimes unit that handles complex fraud cases. Bond amounts for fraud and forgery vary significantly — from a few thousand dollars for misdemeanor check forgery to six figures for organized fraud schemes. Act Quick Bail Bonds posts fraud and forgery bonds at Lew Sterrett Justice Center and helps families understand the conditions magistrates typically impose on financial crimes.
How Fraud / Forgery Bonds Work
Arrest & Booking
After an arrest on fraud / forgery charges in Dallas County, the defendant is transported to Lew Sterrett Justice Center for booking. Personal information, fingerprints, and photographs are recorded before the magistration process.
Magistration
A Dallas County magistrate reviews the fraud / forgery charge and sets a bond amount based on the severity of the offense, criminal history, and flight risk. Bond schedules for fraud / forgery cases vary depending on specific circumstances of the arrest.
Bond Posted
Once the bond amount is set, a licensed bail bond agent files the necessary paperwork with Dallas County. Act Quick Bail Bonds handles all documentation and coordination with the jail to expedite the release process.
Release
After the bond is posted and processed, the defendant is released from custody. Release timelines vary based on current facility conditions and volume.
Initial Check-In — Required
Within 24 to 72 hours of release, the defendant must report to our office for a mandatory initial check-in. We review all court dates, bond conditions, and reporting requirements. Failure to complete this check-in results in bond forfeiture and a new warrant for the defendant's arrest.