Collin County

    Just Got Arrested for DWI in Plano?

    Collin County court info, local penalties, and your 15-day license deadline.

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    After a DWI arrest in Plano, Texas, your case will be handled through Collin County courts. You have 15 days from the date you are served the notice of suspension (usually your arrest date) to request an ALR hearing to fight license suspension; if DPS mails the notice after a lab result, you have 20 days from the mailing date. First-offense DWI in Texas carries up to $2,000 in fines and up to 180 days in jail, though most first offenders receive probation.

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    DWI in Plano by the Numbers

    2,800
    Annual DWI Arrests
    Collin
    County Jurisdiction
    4-8
    Avg Release Time (hrs)
    15
    Days for ALR Hearing

    Plano has a strong professional and corporate community. DWI charges can have significant implications for professional licenses and career advancement. Understand professional consequences and occupational licenses.

    Notable areas: Affluent Dallas suburb, Corporate headquarters hub, Legacy West development.

    Plano Court Information

    Collin County Criminal Courts

    Handles DWI criminal cases in Collin County

    Plano Municipal Court

    May handle traffic-related matters

    Plano Resources

    Collin County District Clerk

    Collin County Bar Association

    (972) 529-7778

    Plano Municipal Court

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    Last updated: February 2026