Trespassing BAIL BONDS
Dallas County, Texas
A criminal trespass arrest in Dallas County can range from a Class B citation to a Class A or state-jail felony when a habitation, agricultural land, weapon, or critical infrastructure is involved. Act Quick Bail Bonds posts trespass bonds at Lew Sterrett Justice Center and every Dallas County city jail around the clock — and we handle the multi-charge bookings that often accompany trespass, including theft, criminal mischief, and burglary. Our licensed agents will get your loved one home as quickly as the magistrate sets bond. Call (214) 744-1414 anytime.
Trespassing in Dallas County
- Statute
- Texas Penal Code §30.05
- Classification
- Class B Misdemeanor (basic criminal trespass)
- Statutory Penalty
- Up to 180 days in county jail and a fine up to $2,000
- Escalation / Notes
- Trespass in a habitation, agricultural land, or a Superfund site, or while carrying a deadly weapon, is a Class A Misdemeanor (up to 1 year, $4,000). Trespass on critical infrastructure is a state jail felony.
Criminal trespass under Texas Penal Code §30.05 occurs when a person enters or remains on property without effective consent after receiving notice that entry was forbidden or being told to leave. Basic criminal trespass is a Class B misdemeanor, but the charge elevates to a Class A misdemeanor when the property is a habitation or when the defendant carries a deadly weapon. Dallas County processes a significant volume of criminal trespass cases, particularly in commercial districts and residential areas. Bond amounts for trespass charges at Lew Sterrett are generally on the lower end of the bond schedule, though repeat offenders and those carrying weapons during the trespass face higher amounts and additional charges. Magistrates consider prior trespass history, whether a weapon was present, the type of property involved, and any accompanying charges.
How Trespassing Bonds Work
Arrest & Booking
After an arrest on trespassing 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 trespassing charge and sets a bond amount based on the severity of the offense, criminal history, and flight risk. Bond schedules for trespassing 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.