Coke County DWI and DUI Records
Coke County DUI and DWI records are kept at the courthouse in Robert Lee, Texas. The County Clerk and District Clerk offices process criminal DWI filings for both misdemeanor and felony offenses. Coke County is a small rural county in West Texas, and its courts serve all residents and anyone arrested within county limits. This page covers how to find those records and how Texas DWI law works.
Coke County Overview
Coke County Courthouse
The Coke County Courthouse in Robert Lee houses the County Clerk and District Clerk. The District Clerk maintains all felony DWI case records for the 51st Judicial District Court, a shared district that covers several West Texas counties. Felony DWI includes third offense DWI, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter.
The County Clerk holds misdemeanor DWI records for the County Court at Law. First and second offense DWI cases are Class B and Class A misdemeanors that go through county court. Both offices are open during regular weekday business hours. In-person visits or mailed requests are the primary access methods.
| Address | 13 E. 7th Street, Robert Lee, TX 76945 |
|---|---|
| County Clerk Phone | (325) 453-2631 |
| District Clerk Phone | (325) 453-2632 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Searching Coke County DWI Records
Visit the courthouse in Robert Lee or send a written request by mail. You need the subject's full name and approximate case year. Bring a photo ID when visiting in person. Copies cost $1.00 per page standard and $5.00 per document certified. The statewide Texas Courts website provides general information. For driving records with DWI suspension history, use Texas DPS driver records.
Texas DWI Laws in Coke County
Texas law under Penal Code Chapter 49 applies in all counties. A first DWI is a Class B misdemeanor with 3-180 days jail and up to $2,000 fine. A BAC of 0.15 or more makes it a Class A misdemeanor. A second DWI requires 30-day minimum jail time. A third DWI is a third-degree felony with 2-10 years in prison. Driving with a child under 15 while intoxicated is a state jail felony. Intoxication manslaughter is a second-degree felony with 2-20 years in prison. The TxDOT impaired driving page details annual state surcharges that apply after conviction.
Zero tolerance rules for minors under Alcoholic Beverage Code Section 106.041 apply in Coke County as in all Texas counties.
DPS Criminal Records
The Texas DPS Crime Records Division collects DWI arrest data from the Coke County Sheriff for the statewide criminal history database.
Coke County DWI arrest data submitted by local law enforcement to DPS is included in Texas criminal history files accessible to courts and authorized agencies.
License Suspension
After a DWI arrest in Coke County, the ALR process starts under Transportation Code Chapter 524. The officer takes the license and issues a 40-day permit. Request a hearing within 15 days. Refusing to test: 180-day suspension. Failing at 0.08: 90-day first-offense suspension. A $125 reinstatement fee is required from Texas DPS after the suspension period ends.
Resources
Call the State Bar of Texas at (800) 252-9690 or visit texasbar.com for DWI attorney referrals. Crash reports go through TxDOT. The DPS Public Information Center handles state records. The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission enforces alcohol laws in West Texas including Coke County.
Nearby Counties
Coke County is in West Texas. These neighboring counties each maintain their own DWI court records.