Arraignment

Montgomery County Arraignment: What To Expect (Step-By-Step)

First court date coming up in Conroe? Start here.

The Timeline (Typical)

1. Check in & security: Arrive 30–45 minutes early. Bring ID. No weapons.
2. Attorney call: The court confirms who represents you. If you need time to hire counsel, ask for it.
3. Advisements: The judge covers rights and next steps for the docket.
4. Plea entry: Most defendants enter “not guilty” at arraignment to preserve options.
5. Bond & conditions: Verify your reporting schedule and any no-contact or travel limits.
6. Next setting: You’ll receive a new date (often for discovery review or negotiation).

What To Bring & How To Dress

• Documents: Bond paperwork, any citations, and your court notice.
• Dress code: Clean, no hats/shorts; think “job interview,” not “weekend.”
• Phones: Off or silent. No recording.

Fast Do’s & Don’ts

• Do arrive early, be respectful, and speak only when asked.
• Don’t discuss facts of your case in the hallway or on social media.

Next Move

Your real work begins after arraignment: evidence requests, video review, and a defense strategy keyed to local procedures.

Questions about your arraignment?

Call the Law Office of Timothy Rose, PLLC at (936) 777-4891.

Disclaimer: This post is general information about Montgomery County and Texas criminal law. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is different—speak with a Texas attorney about your situation.