Find DUI Records in Allen
Allen DUI and DWI records are processed through Collin County courts, which cover all felony and misdemeanor DWI cases filed in Allen. If you need to look up an arrest, find a court case, or get copies of DWI documents, the Collin County District Clerk and County Clerk handle those records. The Allen Police Department also keeps arrest and incident reports at its records division on W. McDermott Drive. This page explains what is available, where to find it, and what to expect when you request records.
Allen Overview
Where to Find Allen DWI Records
Allen is in Collin County, and all DWI court cases filed in Allen go through Collin County courts in McKinney. The Collin County District Clerk at 2100 Bloomdale Road in McKinney handles felony DWI records. Felony cases include third-offense DWI, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter. The District Clerk office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Call (972) 548-4320 for questions about your case.
Misdemeanor DWI cases, which cover first and second offenses, are held by the Collin County Clerk at 2300 Bloomdale Road, Suite 2106, McKinney. The phone number there is (972) 548-4185. Collin County has 12 district courts for felony matters and five County Courts at Law for misdemeanor DWI cases. Both offices are reachable through collincountytx.gov.
| Collin County District Clerk | 2100 Bloomdale Rd., McKinney, TX 75071 | (972) 548-4320 |
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| Collin County Clerk | 2300 Bloomdale Rd., Suite 2106, McKinney, TX 75071 | (972) 548-4185 |
| Online Case Search | cijis.collincountytx.gov |
| Allen Police Records | 205 W. McDermott Dr., Allen, TX 75013 | (214) 509-4200 |
The Allen Police Department records division is at 205 W. McDermott Drive. You can also submit a public records request through cityofallen.org. Reports cost $5.00 each and are ready in about ten business days. Arrest records, incident reports, and accident reports are all available through this office.
Searching Allen DUI Records Online
Collin County has a free public criminal case search portal. You can reach it at cijis.collincountytx.gov/CriminalCaseSearch. The system lets you search by defendant name, case number, attorney, date range, or court. Results show party names, charge descriptions, docket entries, bond information, and current case status. Document images cost $1.00 per page and can be bought online.
The statewide Texas courts website also has case lookup tools. If you are not sure which county handled the case, the statewide search can help you locate it. For Allen DWI arrests specifically, check Collin County first since Allen does not have its own district or county court system.
Collin County also has a DWI Court program that offers treatment-focused supervision for eligible defendants. Records for participants in that program are part of the regular county court system. If you need certified copies of any Collin County DWI records, those cost $1.00 per page plus a $5.00 certification fee.
Texas DWI Laws and What They Mean in Allen
Texas DWI law under Penal Code Chapter 49 applies the same way in Allen as in the rest of the state. The legal BAC limit is 0.08 percent. But you can be charged with DWI at any BAC if alcohol or drugs impair your ability to drive. The law gives police two separate ways to establish intoxication: the per se BAC standard or the impairment standard.
A first DWI in Allen is a Class B misdemeanor. Penalties include a minimum of 72 hours in jail, up to 180 days total, and a fine up to $2,000. If the driver had a BAC of 0.15 or higher, the charge goes up to a Class A misdemeanor with up to one year in jail and fines up to $4,000. A second DWI is automatically a Class A misdemeanor regardless of BAC, with a mandatory minimum of 30 days in jail. Under Penal Code Section 49.09, a third DWI is a felony. That means two to ten years in prison and a fine up to $10,000.
Texas adds extra state fines beyond what the court sets. These are $3,000, $4,500, or $6,000 depending on the offense. These fees are separate from the fine in the judgment. Open container in the vehicle at the time of arrest raises the minimum jail time from three days to six days on a first offense. Driving while intoxicated with a child under 15 in the car is a state jail felony under Section 49.045.
Drivers under 21 face Texas zero tolerance rules under Alcoholic Beverage Code Section 106.041. Any detectable amount of alcohol is enough for a DUI charge for minors. This is a Class C misdemeanor on the first offense, with fines up to $500 and a 30-day license suspension.
License Suspension and ALR Process
After a DWI arrest in Allen, the Texas DPS initiates an Administrative License Revocation under Transportation Code Chapter 524. The officer takes your physical license and gives you a temporary driving permit that is good for 40 days. You have 15 days from the date you receive notice to ask for a hearing. If you do not request one, the suspension takes effect on day 40 without a hearing.
Refusing to take the breath or blood test results in a 180-day suspension for a first refusal. A second refusal within ten years brings a two-year suspension. Failing the test at 0.08 BAC or higher results in a 90-day suspension for a first offense. A repeat within ten years extends that to one year. To get your license back after suspension, you must pay a $125 reinstatement fee to DPS. You can check status and pay online at dps.texas.gov.
Note: The ALR is a civil process separate from your criminal case. Being found not guilty in court does not automatically restore your license if the ALR suspension was already imposed.
Allen and Collin County Legal Resources
Collin County has a pre-trial diversion program available for some DWI defendants. Qualifying for diversion keeps a conviction off your record if you complete the program. The Collin County District Attorney's office handles eligibility decisions. The Allen Municipal Court at 301 Century Parkway handles Class C misdemeanor offenses. Call (214) 509-4300 or visit cityofallen.org for municipal court services including ticket payment and deferred disposition for minor offenses.
For legal help, the State Bar of Texas referral line is (800) 252-9690. Search for attorneys online at texasbar.com. The Texas DPS Crime Records Division at dps.texas.gov maintains statewide criminal history data including DWI convictions. Crash report requests go to TxDOT at txdot.gov. Reports cost $6.00 for regular copies and $8.00 certified.
The Texas Department of Public Safety manages driver license records and the Administrative License Revocation program for Allen residents arrested for DWI.
Use the DPS online portal to check your license status, order a copy of your driving record, or pay a reinstatement fee after a DWI suspension.
Collin County DWI Records
Allen DWI cases are filed in Collin County. The county court system in McKinney handles all criminal matters for Allen residents. For a full look at Collin County courts, clerk contact information, and how to access DWI records from any city in the county, visit the Collin County page.
Nearby Cities
Other DFW area cities with DWI record pages include Plano, McKinney, and Frisco, all in or near Collin County.