Division C
Darla Faulkner, Division C Chief Prosecutor
As Chief of Division C, Darla supervises the prosecutors assigned to Intake, Major Crimes, Vehicular Crimes, and Public Integrity.
Darla is a graduate of Sam Houston State University and Texas Wesleyan School of Law. Darla joined the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office out of law school in 2005.
During her time with the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office, Darla has served as the Special Crimes Division Chief, Chief of the 359th and 435th District Courts, and as the Intake Chief. She has also served as a member of the Vehicular Crimes Callout Team and No Refusal Team.
She is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Division C brings together four specialized sections — Intake, Major Crimes, Public Integrity, and Vehicular Crimes — to address some of the county’s most complex and serious offenses. With a team of experienced prosecutors, investigators, and support staff, Division C ensures that each case is thoroughly investigated and skillfully prosecuted, upholding justice and protecting the community.
Public Integrity
The Public Integrity Section of the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office evaluate and investigate complaints of criminal misconduct by public servants, including use of force incidents by law enforcement.
Vehicular Crimes
The Vehicular Crimes Section of the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office responds to fatality crash scenes to assist law enforcement with investigations, prosecutes all criminal charges arising out of fatality car crashes, and coordinates the TxDOT funded No Refusal Program.
Major Crimes
The Major Crimes Section focuses on prosecuting serious offenses, including drug trafficking, gambling operations, gang-related crimes, and organized criminal activity.
Intake
The Intake Division is where prosecutors review submitted cases to decide whether charges will be filed. It’s the first step in the path to prosecution.