Tarrant County District Attorney's Office

Tarrant County District Attorney's Office District Attorney Phil Sorrells protects public safety with enforcement of criminal and civil laws in an ethical, honest, and just manner.

Mission Statement:
The mission of the office of Criminal District Attorney of Tarrant County is to enhance public safety through rigorous enforcement of criminal and civil laws in an ethical, honest and just manner; to encourage rehabilitation for deserving offenders; to earn the public’s trust by setting an example of transparency in our dealings; and to assist and educate victims of crimes and o

ther members of the public. Here are our values:

Ethics
We hold ourselves to the highest standard of integrity in personal and professional conduct. Respect
We treat each other, law enforcement and all members of the community with dignity and respect. Accountability
We accept a shared responsibility for ensuring sound fiscal management, operational efficiency and continuous improvement. Support for Victims
We will show compassion to the victims of crime and their families. Community Partnership
We advocate and support the building of strong and viable partnerships with law enforcement, all members of the criminal justice system and the community we serve for the purpose of achieving the highest level of public safety for our citizens. Communications
We will be open and forthright in our communications with each other and those with whom we come in contact.

The latest issue of the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office quarterly newsletter, The Docket, has been posted! Rea...
09/15/2026

The latest issue of the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office quarterly newsletter, The Docket, has been posted!
Read all about it here: https://tinyurl.com/5f2kpy4v.

Today, we remember September 11, 2001 – the lives lost, the heroes who ran toward danger, and the strength our nation fo...
09/11/2026

Today, we remember September 11, 2001 – the lives lost, the heroes who ran toward danger, and the strength our nation found in the face of unimaginable tragedy.
We honor the victims, the families who carry their memory, and the first responders whose courage still inspires us.
We will never forget.

District Attorney Phil Sorrells launched a Cold Case Task Force earlier this year to take on Tarrant County’s unsolved h...
09/10/2026

District Attorney Phil Sorrells launched a Cold Case Task Force earlier this year to take on Tarrant County’s unsolved homicides – working with local police, using modern forensic tools, and delivering long‑overdue answers to victims’ families.
This is 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵, and our resolve has only strengthened. We’re committed to driving down the number of unsolved homicides and pushing every case forward.
We will never stop fighting for justice.

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09/09/2026

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Thanks to the Fort Worth Police Department and its Narcotics Section for their work on this case and for keeping our com...
09/09/2026

Thanks to the Fort Worth Police Department and its Narcotics Section for their work on this case and for keeping our community safe.

DA Phil Sorrells and First Assistant DA Robb Catalano toured Presbyterian Night Shelter’s Journey Home Housing with PNS ...
09/08/2026

DA Phil Sorrells and First Assistant DA Robb Catalano toured Presbyterian Night Shelter’s Journey Home Housing with PNS CEO Toby Owen and Partnership Home CEO Lauren King.
It wasn’t just a walkthrough – they talked about how supportive housing helps break the cycle of homelessness and makes communities stronger and safer.

Our office will be closed Monday, September 7, for Labor Day. We will reopen Tuesday, September 8.
09/04/2026

Our office will be closed Monday, September 7, for Labor Day.
We will reopen Tuesday, September 8.

Thanks to the Fort Worth Police Department for their work on this case and for their commitment to keeping our community...
09/04/2026

Thanks to the Fort Worth Police Department for their work on this case and for their commitment to keeping our community safe.

Our Fall 2026 Citizen Prosecutor Academy kicked off with a welcome from First Assistant DA Robb Catalano, who gave every...
09/04/2026

Our Fall 2026 Citizen Prosecutor Academy kicked off with a welcome from First Assistant DA Robb Catalano, who gave everyone a clear, inside look at how our office works day to day.
Over the next 10 weeks, attendees will see how every part of the office operates and how all the pieces fit together.

Muzamil Ahmed was detained at the JFK International Airport and brought to the Tarrant County Jail.
09/04/2026

Muzamil Ahmed was detained at the JFK International Airport and brought to the Tarrant County Jail.

Address

401 West Belknap
Fort Worth, TX
76196

Opening Hours

Monday 7:45am - 4:45pm
Tuesday 7:45am - 4:45pm
Wednesday 7:45am - 4:45pm
Thursday 7:45am - 4:45pm
Friday 7:45am - 4:45pm

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