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The Official page of the Ellis County and District Attorney’s Office. Although this page is monitored, it is not monitored 24/7. Thank you!

The mission of the Ellis County and District Attorney’s Office is to effectively prosecute those who commit crimes, protect the victims of crime, and provide legal counsel for County officials as well as the Commissioners' Court. Pursuant to Article 2.01 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, "It shall be the primary duty of all prosecuting attorneys, including any special prosecutors, not to convict, but to see that justice is done." The office believes that criminals should be held accountable and that victims should be treated with dignity and compassion. In furtherance of this mission, the County and District Attorney's Office seeks to employ individuals of the highest integrity who are committed to excellence, fairness, and justice. The Office strives to create an atmosphere that is friendly, professional, and supportive. The County and District Attorney's Office is committed to being tough and smart on crime, continuously striving for justice, and making Ellis County a safer place to live for you and your family. This page was created to share information about this organization with the general public. If you have an emergency or need immediate assistance, please contact your local law enforcement agency and do not report a crime on this social media forum. We welcome your comments; however, the Ellis County and District Attorney’s Office social media accounts are intended to be a limited forum for communication and discussion between this office and members of the public about specific topics. To promote appropriate information exchange with community members, this office welcomes comments that are related to the specific content posted on the site. This office reserves the right to remove comments which violate the standards described in this policy without prior notice. The Ellis County and District Attorney’s Office does not discriminate based on the viewpoints expressed in a comment, but comments may be removed because they are not topically related to a post, use profane or obscene language, promote sexual content or link to sexual conduct, solicit commerce, conduct or encourage illegal activity, violate a legal ownership interest of any other party, or include information that may tend to compromise the safety or security of the public or public systems. Comments reflect the thoughts of the person or group of persons who posted them. Inclusion or publication of comments on this forum does not necessarily imply that the Ellis County and District Attorney or her Office agrees with or endorses the views expressed in those comments. Any content posted may be subject to public disclosure upon request. Activity on this account is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies. The Ellis County and District Attorney’s Office encourages people to report any abuse of this policy to the [email protected]. Thank you for your help. Please note that we do not respond or check Facebook Messenger. If you need to contact our office please call (972) 825-5035.

09/15/2026

Something NEW is coming to this Ellis County & District Attorney's Office!!

We're excited to introduce something new, and we can't wait to share it with the citizens of Ellis County.

Stay tuned........ more details are coming soon!

09/12/2026

THANK YOU, WAXAHACHIE HIGH SCHOOL!

The Ellis County & District Attorney's Office would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff and students of Waxahachie High School who participated in the First Responders Program this morning. We are also incredibly grateful for the amazing breakfast provided and the warm welcome shown to our team and fellow first respnders.

Seeing our young people take the time to honor the meaning of this day was incredibly special.

Thank you, Waxahachie High School, for your continued support of our community and the first responders who proudly serve Ellis County.

09/11/2026

🇺🇸 25 YEARS LATER- WE WILL NEVER FORGET 🇺🇸

September 11, 2001, is a day forever etched into the heart of our nation.

Today, on the 25th anniversary, we remember the nearly 3,000 lives taken too soon. We honor the innocent men, women, and children, the courageous first responders, law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency personnel, military members, survivors, volunteers, and countless others whose lives were forever changed by the attacks that day.

We remember the families who said goodbye without knowing it would be the last time. We remember those who ran toward danger to save strangers. We remember the courage, sacrifice, compassion, and unity shown in the darkest of moments.

Twenty-five years have passed, but we have not forgotten.

We remember their names.
We honor their lives.
We remember their sacrifice.
We stand together as Americans.

🇺🇸 September 11, 2001, Never Forgotten. Always Remembered. 🇺🇸

09/10/2026

SIGN UP TODAY!

Our Citizens Prosecutor Academy starts on Monday, September 14th at 6:00 PM!

Come get a front row seat to see what happens behind the scenes at the Ellis County & District Attorney's Office and learn more about how our team works to serve and protect the citizens of Ellis County.

See Justice in action.
Meet members of our team.
Learn how cases move through the criminal justice system.

Don's miss your chance to join us! SIGN UP TODAY!!

www.elliscountytx.gov

09/08/2026

September is National Su***de Prevention Month

Have you or someone you know ever had thoughts about su***de?

There is help. There is hope. You are not alone.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for support.

North Texas Behavioral Health Authority
1-866-260-8000
ntbha.org

Child & Family Guidance Center
214-351-3490

You matter. Your life matters. Help is available.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or experiencing a suicidal crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline or call 911 in an emergency.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!🇺🇸

Today, we honor the hardworking men and women whose dedication, commitment, and service help make Ellis County stronger.

Ellis County thanks you for your hard work and dedication!

As you celebrate today, remember to have fun, stay safe, and never drink and drive.

🇺🇸 Wishing everyone a happy and safe Labor Day! 🇺🇸

08/27/2026

Ellis County and District Attorney Lindy Beaty announced that on August 10, 2026, 50-year-old Tony Fain of Midlothian, Texas was convicted of the third-degree felony offense of Obstruction or Retaliation. The Defendant pleaded not guilty, and the jury found him guilty of the offense as charged in the indictment.

The jury heard evidence that, on August 6, 2025, the Defendant entered a Midlothian Wells Fargo with a baseball bat and threatened a bank employee. Midlothian Police Department officers were dispatched, and the Defendant was attempting to leave the location in his vehicle when officers arrived. After the Defendant exited his vehicle, officers noticed that the Defendant appeared to be intoxicated and began conducting a DWI investigation. Officers also spoke to bank employees, who confirmed that the Defendant brought a baseball bat into the bank and told an employee that “somebody is getting killed today.” The Defendant was ultimately arrested for both the threat he made to the bank employee and for driving while intoxicated.

The Defendant was next taken to a hospital for a blood draw in connection with his DWI arrest. While at the hospital, the Defendant told an officer that he hoped the officer was hit by a car while crossing the street. Further, the Defendant told another officer that law enforcement officers should be “executed.”

After the blood draw, officers transported the Defendant to the Midlothian City Jail. During the transport, the Defendant told officers that they were “supposed to die.”

While in custody at the Midlothian City Jail, the Defendant defecated in a cell and spread f***s throughout the room. The Defendant also threatened to kill a public safety officer working at the jail. The Defendant was subsequently charged with the offense of Obstruction or Retaliation because of the threat he made towards the public safety officer, and was transported to the Ellis County Jail due to safety concerns.

During the punishment phase of trial, the jury heard that the Defendant was previously convicted of Obstruction or Retaliation in 2018. The jury found the enhancement paragraph to be true, which increased the punishment range from the third-degree felony range of 2-10 years to the second-degree felony range of 2-20 years. The jury also heard that the Defendant had been previously convicted of Intoxication Manslaughter and Assault Causing Bodily Injury to a Family Member. The jury assessed the Defendant’s punishment at imprisonment in the Institutional Division of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for a term of ten years and assessed a fine of $1,000.

“Our public safety officers keep our jails operational and safe, and our law enforcement community as a whole are exposed to dangerous situations daily. When someone threatens to harm them our community should take very seriously. It requires accountability,” said lead prosecutor Valerie Berger.

This case was prosecuted by Assistant County and District Attorneys Valerie Berger and Loren Collins, with the assistance of Ellis County and District Attorney Investigator Lyle Gensler. We would like to thank Officer Elijah Samuels, Corporal Zachary Abrahams, Public Safety Officer Kenneth Chaney, and the Midlothian Police Department for their professionalism and hard work.

08/25/2026

⏰TIME IS RUNNING OUT!⏰

There's still time for YOU to sign up for the Ellis County & District Attorney's Citizen Prosecutor Academy!

Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes of the justice system? This is your chance to

🔵Get an inside look at how our local justice system works
🔵 Learn more about the criminal justice process
🔵 Meet the dedicated members of our team who work hard every day to serve justice and protect our community.

Classes begin Monday evneing, September 14th

Don't miss your chance to see justice in action!

Sign up today- we can't wait to welcome our Fall Citizens Prosecutor Academy class!

www.elliscountytx.gov

08/21/2026

Ellis County and District Attorney has recused her office from the prosecution regarding Precinct 2 Commissioner Matthew Zajic.

After Ennis Police Department formally submitted the cases to the Ellis County DA’s office for prosecution, Ms. Beaty chose to recuse her office from any further involvement. Ms. Beaty decided recusal was necessary given the close involvement of her office with the County Commissioners and public perception. This act ensures that the rights of the complainant, the rights of Mr. Zajic, and the interests of society are protected.

Following Ellis County and District Attorney Lindy Beaty’s motion, Judge Greg Wilhelm of the 504th District Court signed an order on August 20th appointing Rockwall County Criminal District Attorney, Kenda Culpepper, as Ellis County and District Attorney Pro Tem. That office is now responsible for making any and all charging and prosecution decisions in this case, independently evaluating the matter and proceeding as they see fit. It is common for DA offices to handle cases in nearby counties when the local DA is disqualified or recused, especially where the case is against another elected official. Although the District Attorney Pro Tem will be handling the prosecution of the case, all proceedings will remain in Ellis County to be determined by Ellis County citizens.

“A recusal in this matter is necessary and will avoid the possible appearance of impropriety” said Lindy Beaty, “and it will serve to protect the public’s confidence that the matter is independently investigated and that justice has been or is being faithfully served.”

08/19/2026

The Ellis County & District Attorney's Office joins the Ellis County community in mourning the loss of Cheryl Chambers.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and colleagues of Cheryl Chambers during this difficult time.

Cheryl was deeply dedicated to Ellis County and served others with kindness, compassion, and a willingness to work alongside everyone around her. Her dedication and caring spirit touched many, and she will be greatly missed.

We ask our community to join us in keeping Cheryl’s husband, children, grandchildren, friends, and work family in your thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.

May they find comfort and strength in the many wonderful memories they shared with Cheryl.

Our deepest condolences go out to all who knew and loved her.

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Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+19728255035

Website

http://co.ellis.tx.us/73/County-and-District-Attorney

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