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.

“These motels are notorious for being hubs of criminal activity,” Tarrant County District Attorney Phil Sorrells said. “...
06/23/2026

“These motels are notorious for being hubs of criminal activity,” Tarrant County District Attorney Phil Sorrells said. “If the owners won’t fix the problem, we will fix it for them.”

Happy Father's Day!
06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day!

Our office will be closed on Friday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth.
06/18/2026

Our office will be closed on Friday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth.

ADAs Chase Payne, Kim D'Avignon, Allenna Bangs, Madeline Jones, and Stephanie Simpson attended the 33rd Annual Genesis W...
06/17/2026

ADAs Chase Payne, Kim D'Avignon, Allenna Bangs, Madeline Jones, and Stephanie Simpson attended the 33rd Annual Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support Luncheon. The event featured Mariska Hargitay, actress, producer, and founder of the Joyful Heart Foundation.
Genesis Women’s Shelter offers free services to women and children affected by domestic violence, including emergency shelter, counseling, and a 24-hour helpline.

Thanks to the Fort Worth Police Department for their work on this case and for their commitment to keeping our community...
06/17/2026

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

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06/16/2026

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"One man's depravity was on full display this week in the Tarrant County Courthouse," Tarrant County District Attorney P...
06/12/2026

"One man's depravity was on full display this week in the Tarrant County Courthouse," Tarrant County District Attorney Phil Sorrells said. "After the jury heard all the disgusting acts he has committed, it took them a mere 20 minutes to sentence him to life in prison."

Curious about which criminal cases are being tried in Tarrant County? Here's an easy way to keep up with the trials. Cli...
06/11/2026

Curious about which criminal cases are being tried in Tarrant County? Here's an easy way to keep up with the trials. Click this link https://bit.ly/3HiE6n8 to see our trial board. It shows current trials that are underway.

This is the first jury trial under Texas’s strengthened Organized Retail Theft statute, which applies to crimes committe...
06/10/2026

This is the first jury trial under Texas’s strengthened Organized Retail Theft statute, which applies to crimes committed on or after September 1, 2025.
Thanks to the Target Loss Prevention Team and to the Euless, Grapevine, Mansfield, and Watauga Police Departments for their work on this case and for their commitment to keeping our community safe.

Thanks to the White Settlement Police Department for their work on this case and for their commitment to keeping our com...
06/10/2026

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

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401 West Belknap
Fort Worth, TX
76196

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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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