Last Updated on June 8, 2025 by Beltz Law Group
Outstanding Warrants in North Texas? Don’t Panic.
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For years, the “Great Texas Warrant Roundup” was a highly publicized annual event where law enforcement agencies across the state intensified efforts to arrest individuals with outstanding warrants. However, as of June 8, 2025, it’s important to understand a key change: most cities across North Texas no longer participate in this coordinated, widespread warrant roundup.
While the large-scale “roundup” may be a thing of the past for many jurisdictions, it’s crucial to acknowledge that some cities and counties still actively execute warrants year-round, and some may participate in smaller, localized efforts. Regardless, an active warrant always carries the risk of arrest during a routine traffic stop, at your home, or at your workplace.
The good news is: don’t let a warrant scare you into making a costly mistake. The process of removing an outstanding warrant is relatively straightforward for an experienced attorney, and the legal fees are typically very reasonable to have a lawyer assist you. This article will help you understand your rights and the best course of action if you have outstanding warrants in North Texas.
The Biggest Mistake When Facing a Warrant
The most significant error people make when they discover they have a warrant is to simply go into the court where the warrants are located and pay the tickets off. This action, while seemingly resolving the immediate threat of arrest, has severe long-term consequences:
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Paying a ticket without proper legal intervention is an admission of guilt. This requires the court to report the violation as a conviction to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). While the Driver Responsibility Program (DRP) and its associated surcharges were abolished in Texas effective September 1, 2019, traffic convictions can still lead to:
- Driver’s License Suspensions: Accumulating too many traffic convictions or being convicted of certain offenses (like driving with an invalid license or no insurance) can still lead to the suspension of your Texas driver’s license.
- Increased Insurance Rates: Every conviction on your driving record can cause your auto insurance premiums to skyrocket for years, costing you hundreds or even thousands of dollars more than the original fine.
- Future Ramifications: A conviction on your record can negatively impact employment opportunities, particularly for jobs requiring driving or background checks, and may even affect professional licenses.
Essentially, by simply paying, you gain the immediate relief of a lifted warrant but incur much greater financial and legal harm in the long run. You must seek a remedy that provides a benefit in return for your payment – specifically, protecting your driving record.
Keeping Warrants from Hurting You Further
To prevent warrants from causing lasting damage to your record and finances, the most effective step is to consult with an experienced attorney.
Yes, hiring a lawyer for outstanding warrants will involve a fee. However, this investment is typically well worth it when you consider the potentially devastating financial penalties and consequences that can be assessed against you for convictions. Don’t be “penny wise and pound foolish” by trying to save a small attorney fee only to face much larger costs and difficulties down the road.
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An experienced traffic ticket attorney can:
- Promptly Lift Your Warrants: Through established legal procedures (like filing an attorney bond), your lawyer can quickly get your warrants removed, eliminating the immediate threat of arrest.
- Protect Your Driving Record: Our primary goal is to resolve your cases without them appearing as convictions on your permanent record. We work to achieve outcomes like dismissals, deferred dispositions (probationary periods that lead to dismissal), or defensive driving courses, which prevent adverse reports to DPS.
- Represent You in Court: For most Class C misdemeanors, your attorney can appear on your behalf, saving you time and stress.
- Provide Sound Legal Advice: We will evaluate your warrants, identify any potential defenses, and explain your options clearly, empowering you to make informed decisions.
Call an attorney at The Beltz Law Group today so we can evaluate your outstanding warrants and determine the best course of action to both get them lifted and protect you from the long-term repercussions of convictions. We make the process simple and the fees reasonable, ensuring you make the safe bet and protect your driving privileges.
Don’t let an outstanding warrant control your life. Contact our experienced team of legal professionals today for a confidential consultation
