Bastrop County DWI Records

Bastrop County DUI and DWI records are maintained by the County Clerk and District Clerk in Bastrop, Texas. The county sits east of Austin and has been growing fast in recent years. Bastrop County is part of the 21st and 423rd Judicial Districts. The County Clerk handles misdemeanor DWI records. The District Clerk handles felony DWI cases. Both offices are in Bastrop and open to the public Monday through Friday. If you need to look up a DWI case or request certified copies, start with the clerk's offices at the Bastrop County Courthouse.

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Bastrop County Clerk and District Clerk

The Bastrop County Clerk's office is at the Bastrop County Courthouse, 804 Pecan Street, Bastrop, TX 78602. The main phone is (512) 332-7234. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The County Clerk keeps all misdemeanor DWI records, which includes first and second offense DWI cases. Copy fees are $1.00 per page and $5.00 for certification. E-filing is available for attorneys through eFileTexas.gov.

The Bastrop County District Clerk office handles all felony criminal records. The District Clerk can be reached at (512) 332-7244 at the same courthouse address. The 21st and 423rd Judicial District Courts handle felony DWI cases including third offense, DWI with a child passenger, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter. E-filing is mandatory for attorneys. Appeals from Bastrop County go to the 3rd Court of Appeals in Austin. Grand jury proceedings are managed through the District Clerk's office.

County Clerk	804 Pecan Street, Bastrop, TX 78602
Phone	(512) 332-7234
District Clerk	Same address, (512) 332-7244
Hours	Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Copy Fee	$1.00 per page, $5.00 certification

How to Search Bastrop County DWI Records

You can search for DWI records in Bastrop County in person at the clerk's office or by mail. The clerk can look up cases by defendant name or case number. Public access terminals may be available for self-service searches. Bring a photo ID when you visit. The clerks can make copies and certify them on the spot. Certified copies are needed for things like proving case outcomes or appealing a license suspension.

The Texas Judicial Branch website provides guidance on finding court records across the state. The statewide re:SearchTX system may have case entries for Bastrop County. You can also check the Texas DPS Crime Records Division for criminal history data compiled from court submissions across Texas.

For crash reports from DWI accidents, use the TxDOT CRIS online system. Reports cost $6.00 standard or $8.00 certified. Processing for affidavits and subpoenas typically takes 10 to 20 business days.

DWI Law and Bastrop County Court

Texas DWI law is set out in Penal Code Chapter 49. For Bastrop County, the county court at law handles Class A and B misdemeanor DWI cases. Those are first and second offense cases. The district court handles felony DWI cases. As a growing county with major highways like SH 71 and US 290, DWI enforcement is active. Both the Bastrop County Sheriff's Office and the Bastrop Police Department make DWI arrests.

First DWI carries up to 180 days in jail and a $2,000 fine. Second DWI has a 30-day minimum and up to $4,000. Third DWI is a felony. A BAC of 0.15 or higher on the first offense is a Class A misdemeanor. DWI with a child in the car is a state jail felony. Intoxication assault is a third degree felony and intoxication manslaughter is a second degree felony. The TxDOT impaired driving page provides full penalty details.

Officers in Bastrop County must hold TCOLE certification under Occupations Code Chapter 1701 to conduct DWI investigations. This includes certification to administer field sobriety tests and operate breath testing equipment. Blood draws by warrant follow CCP Article 18.067.

Administrative License Revocation in Bastrop County

After a DWI arrest in Bastrop County, Texas DPS starts the ALR process. The officer takes your license and issues a Notice of Suspension that acts as a 40-day temporary permit. Request a hearing within 15 days or lose the right to contest the suspension. The suspension starts on day 40 if no hearing is requested.

First refusal means a 180-day suspension. Failed test (BAC 0.08 or above) means 90 days for first offense. Reinstating your license requires paying a $125 fee to Texas DPS. The full ALR statute is Transportation Code Chapter 524. Drivers under 21 face a zero tolerance rule: any detectable alcohol triggers a DUI charge under Alcoholic Beverage Code Section 106.041 with its own license suspension.