Search Garza County DWI Records

Garza County DUI and DWI records are maintained by the County and District Clerk in Post, Texas. This small West Texas county sits in the 106th Judicial District. To find DWI case filings, court dispositions, or arrest records from Garza County, the clerk's office in Post is where you start. Most access requires an in-person visit or a written mail request, as online records are not available for this county.

Garza County Clerk and District Clerk

The Garza County Clerk and District Clerk office is located at the courthouse in Post, TX 79356. The county clerk phone is (806) 495-4430. The clerk handles records for both the County Court (misdemeanor DWI) and the 106th District Court (felony DWI). Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Copy fees are $1.00 per page, plus $5.00 for certified copies.

Garza County is a small rural county, and the clerk's office operates with limited staff. Calling ahead before you visit is a good idea. Mail requests are generally the most practical option for people outside the area. When submitting a request by mail, include the defendant's full name, approximate case year, and a money order or check made out to the county clerk. The office will confirm the fee before processing.

Felony DWI cases in Garza County go through the 106th District Court, which is shared with other West Texas counties. The district judge travels to Post on a set schedule. Grand jury sessions in Garza County happen on a rotating basis as well. The District Clerk tracks all filings, hearings, motions, bond conditions, and final case outcomes. All district court records are public and available for inspection during business hours.

Sheriff Records and DWI Arrests

The Garza County Sheriff's Office covers all unincorporated parts of the county. The office can be reached at (806) 495-2172. DWI arrest records from the sheriff's office include the deputy's account of the traffic stop, physical observations of impairment, field sobriety test notes, chemical test results, and booking details. Submit a written request in person or by mail to get copies.

The Garza County jail processes all DWI bookings from both the sheriff and the Post Police Department. Booking records show the charge, the arrest date, bond amount, and basic identifying information. Once charges are filed in court, the case moves to the clerk's office for tracking. All DWI convictions from Garza County are reported to the Texas DPS Crime Records Division, which maintains the statewide criminal history database.

For DWI incidents that involved a crash, the peace officer files a CR-3 crash report with Texas Department of Transportation. These are available for purchase through the CRIS online system for $6.00 standard or $8.00 certified. TxDOT retains crash records for 10 years.

Texas DWI Charges Applied in Garza County

All DWI cases in Garza County are prosecuted under Texas Penal Code Chapter 49. First offense DWI is a Class B misdemeanor with 72 hours to 180 days in county jail and a fine up to $2,000. An open container raises the minimum to six days. A BAC of 0.15 or higher on a first offense makes it a Class A misdemeanor with up to one year in jail and a $4,000 fine. Second DWI is Class A with a 30-day mandatory minimum.

Third offense DWI is a third degree felony (2 to 10 years in state prison, fine up to $10,000). DWI with a child under 15 in the vehicle is a state jail felony. Intoxication assault is a third degree felony. Intoxication manslaughter is a second degree felony (2 to 20 years). The TxDOT impaired driving page has a clear overview of all penalties. Texas also adds state surcharges of $3,000, $4,500, or $6,000 on top of court fines depending on the offense level.

Minors with any detectable alcohol face a DUI charge under Alcoholic Beverage Code Section 106.041. This is a Class C misdemeanor for a first offense, meaning a fine up to $500, community service, and an alcohol education course. Multiple offenses can result in a license denial and additional fines.

License Suspension After Arrest

A DWI arrest in Garza County starts the ALR suspension process with Texas DPS. The arresting officer takes your license at the scene and gives you a 40-day temporary permit. You have 15 days to request an ALR hearing. If you miss that deadline, the suspension goes into effect automatically.

For adults, refusing the chemical test brings a 180-day suspension for first offense, two years if there was a prior refusal in the last 10 years. A failed test at 0.08 or above means 90 days for a first offense, one year with a prior. Reinstatement after the suspension requires a $125 fee paid to DPS. The ALR rules are governed by Transportation Code Chapter 524. This is a civil process, entirely separate from the criminal DWI case. A dismissed criminal case does not end the ALR suspension.

Driving records can be ordered from dps.texas.gov for $4 to $22 depending on the type needed. The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission handles alcohol license compliance in Garza County. The Texas Judicial Branch website provides information on court structure and the 106th Judicial District.

Texas DPS and TxDOT maintain state-level records and tools that support Garza County DWI case research.

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