Georgetown DUI and DWI Records
Georgetown DUI and DWI records are processed through Williamson County courts, which are located in Georgetown since it is the county seat. All criminal DWI filings for Georgetown residents go through the Williamson County District Clerk for felony cases and the County Clerk for misdemeanors, both at 405 MLK Street in Georgetown. The Georgetown Police Department also maintains arrest records for DWI stops made within city limits. This page explains where to find those records, how to search them, and what Texas law says about DWI penalties and license suspension.
Georgetown Overview
Where to Find Georgetown DWI Records
Georgetown is the county seat of Williamson County. The Williamson County District Clerk holds felony DWI records at 405 MLK Street, Georgetown, TX 78626. Call the District Clerk at (512) 943-1210. Five district courts handle felony matters in Williamson County. Felony DWI cases include third-offense DWI, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter.
Misdemeanor DWI cases, which cover first and second offenses, go to the Williamson County Clerk at 405 MLK Street, Georgetown, TX 78626. The County Clerk number is (512) 943-1515. Both clerks are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Copy fees are $1.00 per page, and certified copies add a $5.00 fee. You can also search some records through wilco.org.
| Williamson County District Clerk | 405 MLK St., Georgetown, TX 78626 | (512) 943-1210 |
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| Williamson County Clerk | 405 MLK St., Georgetown, TX 78626 | (512) 943-1515 |
| Online Records | wilco.org/district-clerk |
| Georgetown Police Records | 350 E. 10th St., Georgetown, TX 78626 | (512) 930-3560 |
The Georgetown Police Department records division is at 350 E. 10th Street, Georgetown, TX 78626. Call (512) 930-3560 or submit an open records request through georgetown.org/departments/police. Reports cost $5.00 per document. Processing is typically ten business days.
Searching Georgetown DUI Records
Williamson County provides some online case lookup through wilco.org. You can search by defendant name or case number. The portal shows case status, court assignment, and some docket information. For full document access, you will need to request copies at the clerk's office or online if the document purchase option is available.
The statewide Texas courts portal also indexes Williamson County cases. If you are not sure whether a case is in county court or district court, try the statewide search first to locate the cause number. Then contact the appropriate clerk for copies. In-person visits work best when you need certified copies or want to review a complete case file.
Attorneys in Williamson County must use eFileTexas.gov to file documents electronically. Pro se defendants and members of the public can still go to the clerk's office to file and access records in person. Bring a valid ID and payment for any copies you need.
DWI Laws That Apply in Georgetown
Texas DWI law under Penal Code Chapter 49 applies uniformly across the state. Operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated in a public place is the core DWI offense under Section 49.04. Intoxicated means a BAC of 0.08 or any impairment from alcohol or drugs. Blood and breath test results from DWI cases must meet the standards set by the Texas Forensic Science Commission under the Code of Criminal Procedure.
A first DWI in Georgetown is a Class B misdemeanor with a 72-hour minimum jail term, up to 180 days maximum, and a fine up to $2,000. An open container in the car raises the minimum to six days. BAC at 0.15 or higher makes the first offense a Class A misdemeanor with up to one year in jail and fines up to $4,000. Second-offense DWI is a Class A with a mandatory 30-day minimum. Third-offense DWI under Section 49.09 is a third-degree felony. Prison time runs from two to ten years, with fines up to $10,000.
Texas state surcharges add $3,000, $4,500, or $6,000 at sentencing beyond the court's fine. DWI with a child passenger under 15 is a state jail felony under Section 49.045. Intoxication assault is a third-degree felony. Intoxication manslaughter is a second-degree felony. All felony DWI records go to the Williamson County District Clerk.
Drivers under 21 face zero tolerance under Alcoholic Beverage Code Section 106.041. Any detectable alcohol is enough for a Class C misdemeanor DUI for minors. First offense carries a fine up to $500, 8-12 hours of community service, a mandatory alcohol awareness class, and a 30-day license suspension.
License Suspension Process in Georgetown
After a DWI arrest in Georgetown, Texas DPS begins the Administrative License Revocation process under Transportation Code Chapter 524. The ALR is civil and runs separately from the criminal case. The officer takes your physical license and issues a 40-day temporary permit. You have 15 days from the notice date to request a hearing. Missing that deadline means automatic suspension on day 40.
First-time refusal to submit to testing results in a 180-day suspension. A second refusal within ten years means two years. Failing the test at 0.08 or above gives you a 90-day suspension for a first offense and one year for a repeat within ten years. To get your license back after suspension, you must pay a $125 reinstatement fee to DPS. Check status and pay at dps.texas.gov.
Georgetown and Williamson County Resources
For legal help in Williamson County, the State Bar of Texas referral line is (800) 252-9690. Search the attorney directory at texasbar.com. The Texas DPS Crime Records Division at dps.texas.gov is the statewide source for criminal history data including DWI convictions from Williamson County courts.
Crash report requests go to TxDOT at txdot.gov. Regular copies cost $6.00. Certified copies cost $8.00. Driving records can be ordered online at dps.texas.gov with fees ranging from $4 to $22. The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission at tabc.texas.gov handles alcohol enforcement matters separate from DWI cases.
The Texas DPS driver license portal handles license suspensions and reinstatement for Georgetown and all of Williamson County after a DWI arrest.
You can check your license status, order driving records, and pay reinstatement fees online without visiting a DPS office.
Williamson County DWI Records
Georgetown is the county seat of Williamson County. All DWI court filings for the city go through the Williamson County Courthouse at 405 MLK Street. Visit the Williamson County page for full court information and how to access DWI records from any city in the county.
Nearby Cities
Other Williamson County cities with DWI record pages include Round Rock and Leander.