Missouri City DWI Records
Missouri City DUI and DWI records are filed through Fort Bend County, which handles all criminal cases for the city. The Missouri City Police Department makes DWI arrests within city limits, and booking goes through the Fort Bend County Jail. This guide covers where to search Missouri City DWI records and how to request documents from the right offices.
Missouri City DWI Overview
Where to Find Missouri City DWI Records
DWI cases from Missouri City are filed in Fort Bend County. Felony DWI records, including third offense, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter, go to the Fort Bend County District Clerk at (281) 341-8600. Their office is at 301 Jackson Street in Richmond. Eight district courts cover Fort Bend County felony cases. Misdemeanor DWI records go to the Fort Bend County Clerk at (281) 341-8608 at the same address.
The Fort Bend County online case search at fortbendcountytx.gov lets you search by defendant name or case number. Results show charges, court assignments, bond information, and case status. Documents cost $1.00 per page to purchase online. Certified copies are $1.00 per page plus a $5.00 certification fee. The system covers both felony and misdemeanor DWI cases.
| Fort Bend County District Clerk | 301 Jackson St., Richmond, TX 77469 | (281) 341-8600 |
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| Fort Bend County Clerk | 301 Jackson St., Richmond, TX 77469 | (281) 341-8608 |
| Missouri City Police - Records | 3849 Cartwright Rd., Missouri City, TX 77459 | (281) 403-8700 |
| Missouri City Municipal Court | 1522 Texas Pkwy., Missouri City, TX 77489 | (281) 403-8500 |
The Missouri City Police Department Records Division at missouricitytx.gov processes open records requests. Online submission is available. You can also contact the division by email at pdrecords@missouricitytx.gov. Reports for accidents, incidents, and DWI arrests cost $6.00. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days. In-person service is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
After a Missouri City DWI arrest, the officer transports the person to the Fort Bend County Jail for booking. Booking photos, fingerprints, and breath or blood tests happen at the county facility. Misdemeanor cases are then referred to the Fort Bend County Attorney, and felony cases go to the Fort Bend County District Attorney.
Searching Missouri City DUI Records Online
The Fort Bend County case portal is the main resource for DWI court records from Missouri City. Both felony and misdemeanor records are available through the same system. Searches work by defendant name or case number, and results include charge details, court assignments, bond amounts, and disposition information. Document purchase is available online with immediate download after payment.
For arrest records and police reports, submit your request to the Missouri City Police Department. Their records division processes all request types: accident reports, incident reports, and DWI arrest reports. The department does not hold court records. Those go to the Fort Bend County clerks.
The Missouri City Municipal Court at 1522 Texas Parkway handles Class C alcohol offenses. The court offers online case search and payment at missouricitytx.gov. Deferred disposition is available for eligible offenses. Municipal court records are not part of the Fort Bend County court system and must be looked up separately.
Note: If you were involved in a DWI crash in Missouri City, crash reports are filed with TxDOT, not with the police department or the county clerk. You need to request those from TxDOT's CRIS system separately.
DWI Laws and Penalties in Missouri City
Missouri City DWI cases are prosecuted under Texas Penal Code Chapter 49. A first DWI is a Class B misdemeanor with at least 72 hours in jail and up to 180 days, plus a fine up to $2,000. A BAC at or above 0.15 raises the charge to a Class A misdemeanor with up to one year in jail and a $4,000 fine.
A second DWI under Penal Code Sec. 49.09 carries a Class A misdemeanor with a mandatory 30-day minimum. A third offense is a third-degree felony with 2 to 10 years in prison and fines up to $10,000. The Fort Bend County District Attorney prosecutes all DWI cases from Missouri City.
For drivers under 21, Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code Sec. 106.041 applies. Any detectable alcohol is enough for a charge. The first offense is a Class C misdemeanor with a fine up to $500, community service, and an alcohol awareness course. License suspension applies even to minors who do not yet have a license.
Additional state surcharges of $3,000, $4,500, or $6,000 can be assessed at sentencing under TxDOT guidelines. These are in addition to court fines and go to the state.
License Suspension After a Missouri City DWI
Under Texas Transportation Code Chapter 524, when someone is arrested for DWI in Missouri City, the arresting officer takes the physical license and gives a temporary permit valid for 40 days. The driver has 15 days to request a hearing with Texas DPS. If no hearing is requested, the suspension takes effect on day 40.
A first failed test means a 90-day suspension. A first refusal brings 180 days. After the suspension ends, a $125 reinstatement fee is due to Texas DPS before a license will be issued again. Pay online and check your license status through the DPS website. The ALR hearing at the State Office of Administrative Hearings runs separately from the criminal case and uses a lower burden of proof.
Driver Records and Criminal History
Texas DPS driving records show DWI convictions, license suspensions, and crash history. Order your own at dps.texas.gov. A three-year history costs $4 online. Certified complete records cost $10. To request another person's record, Form DR-1 is required along with compliance with the Driver Privacy Protection Act.
The DPS Crime Records Division at dps.texas.gov/section/crime-records holds statewide criminal history. DWI convictions appear here. Send public information requests to publicrecords@dps.texas.gov or to Box 4087, Austin, TX 78773-0140.
DWI crash reports are handled by TxDOT through the CRIS system. Regular copies cost $6 and certified copies cost $8. Access is limited to people involved in the crash, their representatives, and insurance companies. The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission enforces alcohol laws statewide and may hold records relevant to dram shop liability cases tied to Missouri City DWI incidents.
The Texas Department of Public Safety manages the Administrative License Revocation program and driver records for Missouri City residents who are arrested for DWI in Fort Bend County.
Texas DPS maintains the central database for DWI convictions, license suspensions, and reinstatement records for drivers in Missouri City and all of Fort Bend County.
Fort Bend County DUI Records
Missouri City is in Fort Bend County, and all DWI case filings go through the Fort Bend County court system. For more on courts, online search tools, fees, and county resources, visit the Fort Bend County DUI records page.
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