Crimes reported by Plano police for 2023
The Plano Police Department reported 474 violent crimes to the FBI for 2023. The Plano Police Department also reported 4,861 property crimes to the FBI for 2023, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer.
Crimes reported in Collin County and Denton County for 2023
The Collin County Sheriff's Office reported 71 violent crimes and 367 property crimes to the FBI for 2023. The Denton County Sheriff's Office reported 70 violent crimes and 474 property crimes to the FBI for 2023, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer.
Population in Plano, Collin County, and Denton County
Plano's estimated population was 293,286 on July 1, 2024, up from 285,464 at the April 2020 census base. Of those residents, 287,591 live in Collin County and 5,695 live in Denton County. Collin County's estimated population was 1,254,658 on July 1, 2024, up from 1,066,331 at the April 2020 census base. Denton County's estimated population was 1,045,120 on July 1, 2024, up from 906,485 at the April 2020 census base, according to U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates.
Local facts on this page come from public sources including FBI Crime Data Explorer and U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2024 population estimates, listed below. Checked against those sources. Last updated October 2026.
Criminal Defense Cases in Plano, TX
Plano's criminal defense cases are handled through the Collin County court system, where local expertise makes a significant difference in outcomes. As one of Texas's largest suburbs with over 285,000 residents, Plano sees a substantial volume of criminal cases ranging from DWI to white-collar crimes. The city's proximity to Dallas and its affluent demographics often influence case strategies and plea negotiations. Local attorneys understand the unique aspects of defending clients in this Dallas suburb's legal environment.
Common Criminal Defense Matters Near Plano
Criminal defense attorneys protect individuals charged with crimes, from misdemeanors to serious felonies, ensuring due process and the best possible outcome. We match you with criminal defense attorneys as they join our network.
Why Hire a Local Criminal Defense Attorney in Plano?
They understand local sentencing trends, plea bargain practices, and which defenses work best in this jurisdiction. A local attorney can also meet with you quickly and appear in court without the travel complications faced by distant lawyers.
Texas Criminal Defense Laws & Deadlines
Texas criminal law operates under the Texas Penal Code with statute of limitations ranging from 2 years for misdemeanors to no limit for murder and certain felonies. See our Texas criminal defense page for more.