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Red River Rivalry arrests at Cotton Bowl Fair Park Dallas
Annual Event — October

Red River Rivalry BAIL BONDS

Dallas County, Texas

An arrest during Red River Rivalry weekend can be especially stressful for out-of-state visitors unfamiliar with the Dallas County jail system. Act Quick Bail Bonds handles the entire bonding process at Lew Sterrett so you can get back home as quickly as possible.

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About This Event

Red River Rivalry in Dallas County

The Red River Rivalry brings the University of Texas and the University of Oklahoma to the Cotton Bowl at Fair Park every October, flooding Dallas with tens of thousands of fans from both states. Dallas Police deploys additional units to Fair Park, the surrounding parking areas, Deep Ellum, and Uptown for the entire weekend. Public intoxication is the leading charge as tailgating begins hours before kickoff, and assault arrests increase in and around the stadium, particularly in the rivalry-charged mixed seating sections. Out-of-state fans face additional complications when arrested in Dallas County, including coordinating bond from Oklahoma and navigating unfamiliar court procedures. Ticket scalping enforcement near Gate 1 and along Cotton Bowl Drive also produces arrests each year.

When & Where

Red River Rivalry Details

When
Second Saturday of October (game day weekend)
Where
Cotton Bowl at Fair Park + Deep Ellum, Uptown, Downtown
Common Charges

Common Charges During Red River Rivalry

Arrests during red river rivalry in Dallas County frequently involve the following charge types. Act Quick Bail Bonds handles every one of them.

DWI / DUIDrug PossessionAssaultTheftPublic Intoxication
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Common Questions

Red River Rivalry Bail Bond FAQs

Can an out-of-state visitor bond out of Dallas County Jail after a Red River Rivalry arrest?
Yes. Out-of-state defendants can be bonded out of Lew Sterrett Justice Center just like local residents. Act Quick Bail Bonds works with families in Oklahoma and other states to arrange bond over the phone. The defendant will receive a future Dallas County court date they must attend.
Where do most Red River Rivalry arrests happen?
The highest concentration of arrests occurs in the Fair Park parking lots and tailgate areas, inside and immediately outside the Cotton Bowl stadium, and along Cotton Bowl Drive. Secondary spikes occur in Deep Ellum and Uptown bars on Friday and Saturday nights.
Is ticket scalping a criminal offense at the Cotton Bowl?
Texas law prohibits selling tickets on public property controlled by a governmental entity without authorization. Arrests for ticket scalping near the Cotton Bowl typically result in a Class C misdemeanor. Officers focus enforcement near Gate 1 and along the approaches to Fair Park.
Do Dallas County courts require out-of-state defendants to return for hearings?
Yes. Defendants must appear for all scheduled Dallas County court dates regardless of where they live. Failure to appear results in a warrant and bond forfeiture. An attorney can sometimes arrange appearances on the defendant’s behalf for certain hearings.
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