Search Coleman County DWI Records

Coleman County DUI and DWI records are maintained at the courthouse in the city of Coleman, Texas. The District Clerk and County Clerk offices handle criminal filings for felony and misdemeanor DWI offenses. Coleman County sits in west-central Texas and its courts process all DWI cases filed in the county under Texas law. This page explains how to access those records and what the law says about DWI in Texas.

Coleman County Clerk Offices

The Coleman County District Clerk at 100 W. Liveoak Street in Coleman maintains all felony DWI records for the 42nd Judicial District Court. The 42nd District handles all felony criminal matters including DWI third offense and above, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter. Reach the District Clerk at (325) 625-2318.

The County Clerk at the same address at (325) 625-2712 maintains misdemeanor DWI records for the County Court at Law. First and second offense DWI cases, both Class A and Class B misdemeanors, go through county court. Both offices are open Monday through Friday during regular business hours. Online access is very limited for Coleman County.

Note: Copy fees are $1.00 per page standard and $5.00 per document for certified copies.

How to Find Coleman County DUI Records

The best way to search DWI records in Coleman County is to visit the courthouse in Coleman or send a written request by mail. Provide the subject's full name and approximate year of the case. A case number speeds up the process. Bring a photo ID when visiting. Staff can search the name index for both open and closed criminal cases and pull files for review.

The statewide Texas Courts site offers general case lookup tools, though Coleman County has limited online access. For driving records related to DWI suspensions, order through Texas DPS driver records. Mail requests should include your return address and payment for estimated fees.

DWI Laws and Penalties in Coleman County

Texas DWI law in Penal Code Chapter 49 applies in Coleman County as in all Texas courts. First DWI is a Class B misdemeanor with 3 to 180 days jail and fines up to $2,000. A BAC of 0.15 or more makes it Class A misdemeanor status with up to one year in jail and $4,000 fine. Second DWI requires at least 30 days in jail.

Third DWI is a third-degree felony with 2 to 10 years in prison and fines up to $10,000. The 42nd District Court in Coleman handles these felony prosecutions. Driving drunk with a child under 15 is a state jail felony regardless of prior convictions. Annual state surcharges of $3,000 to $6,000 apply after conviction per TxDOT. Zero tolerance for minors under Alcoholic Beverage Code Section 106.041.

Texas DPS and Coleman County Records

The Texas DPS Crime Records Division compiles DWI arrest data from Coleman County law enforcement for the statewide criminal history system.

The Coleman County Sheriff submits arrest data to DPS regularly, ensuring Coleman County DWI convictions are part of the statewide criminal history record accessible to courts and authorized entities.

License Suspension After a DWI Arrest

A DWI arrest in Coleman County triggers the Administrative License Revocation process under Transportation Code Chapter 524. The officer takes the license and issues a 40-day permit. The driver has 15 days to request an ALR hearing. Refusing to test brings a 180-day suspension. Failing at 0.08 brings a 90-day first-offense suspension. A $125 reinstatement fee must be paid to Texas DPS after the suspension period ends.

Local Resources

For DWI attorney help in Coleman County, contact the State Bar of Texas at (800) 252-9690 or search texasbar.com. Crash reports are available through TxDOT. The DPS Public Information Center processes state records requests. The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission handles alcohol enforcement across West Texas.

Nearby Counties

Coleman County is in west-central Texas. These bordering counties each have their own court systems for DWI cases.