Brazoria County

Brazoria County is located on the fringe of the Texas southeastern region. It boasts a large population of approximately 313,166 from the 2010 U.S. Census Bureau. Its current county seat is Angleton, but its most populous city is Pearland. The county derives its name from the Brazos River. If you or someone you know has been charged with a crime in the Brazoria County area, it’s important you seek a criminal defense attorney. Hiring legal representation will significantly increase the chances of your charges being reduced or dismissed. However, it’s important you act quickly. A conviction could mean expensive fines in the thousands and time behind bars.

DWI Attorney in Brazoria County, Texas

Law enforcement agencies in Brazoria County are trained to detect criminal activity. If you’re caught violating the law, you could be criminally charged. That means you could be facing steep fines and even prison time. If you or someone you know has been charged with a crime in Brazoria County, it’s imperative you seek legal counsel. Find the counsel you need by calling [firm]. The attorneys at [firm] have years of criminal defense experience with a special focus in DWI law. We can guide you through this process with quality legal service. Call [phone] now to set up a consultation. Our attorneys practice law throughout Brazoria County and Harris County including Alvin, Tomball, Clute, Pasadena and Brazoria. Overview of Brazoria County in Texas

• Crimes Commonly Committed in Brazoria County
• Crime Statistics for Brazoria County
• Legal Resources
• Law Enforcement Resources
• Prominent Cities in Brazoria County
• Additional Resources

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Crimes Commonly Found in Brazoria County, Texas

Brazoria County police officers are always on high alert for crimes. They use a variety of tactics to detect crime such as field sobriety testing or chemical testing. The following are some common crimes committed in the Brazoria County area.

• DWI;
• DWI with BAC of .15;
• Prostitution;
• Drug trafficking;
• Drug manufacturing;
• Prescription drug fraud;
• Illegal transfer of a firearm;
• Unlawful possession of a firearm;
• Human trafficking;
• Child pornography;
• Marijuana possession;
• Intoxication assault;
• Intoxication manslaughter;
• Domestic assault;
• Strangulation;
• Sexual assault;
• Cultivating cannabis;
• Manslaughter; and
• Murder

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Crime Statistics in Brazoria County, Texas

Brazoria County law enforcement agencies collect data for the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program, which is run by the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). The arrest data compiled is of “index crimes,” which are certain offenses outlined by the FBI. These include theft, auto theft, robbery, burglary, assault, rape and murder. The following is some Brazoria County crime statistics collected in 2018.

• 6,041 offenses were recorded by law enforcement agents in Brazoria County;
• 4,094 of those reports were for some kind of theft;
• 366 theft reports were for grand theft auto cases;
• 945 people were charged with burglary;
• 91 faced criminal charges for robbery;
• 430 people were arrested for assault;
• 105 people faced charges for sexual assault; and
• 10 people were charged with murder

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Legal Resources for Brazoria County Residents

Criminal Courts – Misdemeanor cases are handled at the County Courts at Law in in Brazoria County. Brazoria County currently has four courts which are each presided over by a judge. It also handles civil cases up to $200,000. You can find the closest county court near you by clicking the link provided. District Courts – Felony-level and state jail felony cases are managed by the District Courts. Brazoria County currently has five district courts which are run by a presiding judge. Locate the nearest District Court by clicking the link above. District Clerk of Brazoria County – Rhonda Barchak is the current District Clerk for Brazoria County. She was appointed in July 2010 and has been managing all paperwork associated with cases since then. You can locate her office at 111 East Locust Street #500 in Angleton, Texas. First Court of Appeals – People who believe a legal error skewed their case can file an appeal with the Court of Appeals. Brazoria County uses the First Court of Appeals for its residents. The First Appellate Court can be found at 301 Fannin Street #208 in the city of Houston. Texas Supreme Court – Cases that have nowhere else to go because of multiple appeals are sent to the Texas Supreme Court. The court is managed by a chief justice and eight justices as well as a clerk. The court is located at 201 West 14^th Street #104 in Austin, Texas.

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Law Enforcement Resources for Brazoria County Residents

Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office – Charles S. Wagner is the current Sheriff for the state of Texas. Wagner and his staff provide a wide range of law enforcement and community services to Brazoria County residents. You can locate their office at:

Angleton Police Department – Chief of Police Aaron Ausmus leads a team of officers and civilians to protect and serve the citizens of Angleton. They believe in facilitating a positive environment with the community to maintain effective policing. Their office can be found at 104 Cannan Drive in Angleton, Texas. Texas Highway Patrol – A subdivision of the Texas Department of Safety, the highway patrol monitors motorists on Texas freeways. They also assist drivers who are stranded on the road. You can locate the nearest Highway Patrol office by clicking the link provided. Texas Department of Criminal Justice – The Department of Justice regulates all detention facilities in the state of Texas including prisons and state jails. TDCJ created the Board of Criminal Justice to assist law enforcement officers. They also provide programs for offenders struggling with alcoholism or substance abuse.

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Prominent Cities in Brazoria County, Texas

Brazoria County is home to several large cities in Texas, including Pearland with a population of over 30,000. The following are some prominent cities located in Brazoria County, Texas.

• Alvin - Alvin is located in the northeastern part of Brazoria County just twelve miles from Houston. As of the year 2000 the population in Alvin was at 21,413. Alvin is an area that is very familiar with hurricanes. Year after year the residents in the area have had to deal with bad weather, bracing themselves when hurricane season comes around.
• Angleton - The city of Angleton is in Brazoria County at the intersection of Highway 288, Highway 35, and the Union Pacific Railroad. As of 2000 the population in this area was 18,130. The residents of Angleton voted to incorporate as a city on November 12, 1912.
• Brazoria - Brazoria is in west central Brazoria County off of Farm Road 521, Highway 36, and the Brazos River. It was established in 1828, and today has a population of 2,787.
• Brookside Village - Brookside Village is an incorporated community in north central Brazoria County just south of Houston. The community’s population was 1,960 as of 2000, and many of those residents commute to Houston for work daily.
• Clute - Clute is between State Highways 332 and 227 in the south central part of Brazoria County. Clute is one of the country’s first plantations and today has grown to a population of about 10,424. A much larger number than the 10 residents that lived there in 1933.
• Danbury - Danbury, Texas is a city located in Brazoria County two miles off of Highway 35 just five miles northeast of Angleton. The city covers 1.0 square miles of land and has a population of 1,611 people, last reported in 2000.
• Freeport - Freeport is a city in Brazoria County within the Houston-Sugar Land-Baytown metropolitan area in the southeast region of Texas. The city covers 13.3 square miles and 11.9 of that is land. The population in the area was last reported in 2000 at 12,708 people.
• Lake Jackson - Lake Jackson is a city in Brazoria County within the Houston-Sugar Land-Baytown Metropolitan area. The city became incorporated in 1944. It covers 19 square miles of land and the population was last reported in 2006 at 27,614.
• Liverpool - Liverpool is a small city in Brazoria County. The population was last reported in 2000 at only 404 people and the city covers only .9 square miles of land. Residents that live in Liverpool attend the Alvin Independent School District.
• Manvel - Manvel is in northern Brazoria County at State Highways 6 and 288 and Farm Road 1128. The population was last reported in 2000 at 3,046. In 1931 the Texas oil company struck oil on Manvel and it is now a rich oil producing community.
• Oyster Creek - Oyster Creek is located in the southeastern part of Brazoria County on Highway 523 and the Missouri Pacific line. It is considered to be an incorporated industrial community with a population of about 1,190.
• Pearland -Pearland is in northern Brazoria County on State Highway 35. Pearland was first known as Mark Belt, but has been called Pearland since 1893.The name Pearland came about because the area had an enormous amount of pear trees that had grown in the area.The population has grown so much from the time it was established and is now home to over 37,640 people. In fact, Pearland has grown so much that part of it's extended into Harris County.
• Richwood - Richwood is located in the southeastern part of Brazoria County and is also known as Richwood Village, it is close to Highway 288. This is an incorporated suburban community that is a part of the Brazos industrial and port area. The population in Richwood is of about 3,012 people.
• Sandy Point -Sandy Point was once a farming community on the Missouri Pacific line and Highway 288 in the north central part of Brazoria County. Angleton is only 17 miles southeast of Sandy Point and residents of the town attend Angleton Independent School District. The population was last reported to have only 30 residents.
• Surfside Beach - Surfside Beach also known as just, Surfside, is a city in southeastern Brazoria County. It is right at the mouth of the Brazos River on the Gulf of Mexico just west of Galveston Island. It is a total of 2.2 square miles in size but only 1.8 square miles of that is land. The population for Surfside was last reported in 2000 at 763 people.
• Sweeny - Sweeny is the western most incorporated city in Brazoria County with a population of 7,316 including the unincorporated areas of the city. Sweeny is at the intersection of FM 1459 and 524, and the nearest highway is Highway 35. The Gulf of Mexico is just a short distance away.
• West Columbia - West Columbia is located in the west central part of Brazoria County between the Brazos and San Bernard rivers. The nearest highways are State Highways 35 and 36. The city covers 2.6 square miles of land and has a population of 4,255 people.

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Additional Resources

The Prison Policy Initiative -  Visit the official website for the non-profit, non-partisan Prion Policy Initiative which promotes criminal reform because of the mass criminalization issues in the U.S. Access their site to read their blog, publications and learn how to get involved. Law Enforcement Action Partnership – Visit the official website for the Law Enforcement Action Partnership, better known as LEAP. Access the site to learn how they promote positive collaboration with law enforcement to create policies that lessen criminal penalties and make communities safer.

Defense Lawyer for Brazoria County, Texas

If you or someone you know has been charged with a crime in Brazoria County, it’s time to act now. It’s highly recommended you seek legal representation to fight your charges. Fortunately, the attorneys at [firm] are here to fight for you. Call [phone] to schedule a consultation today. Our team can overlook your charges and create a defense plan to save your freedom. [firm] accepts clients throughout the cities of Angleton and Houston including Uptown, Oyster Creek, Tomball, and Freeport.

This article was last updated on March 21, 2019.