Search Harrison County DWI Records

Harrison County DUI and DWI records are on file at the District Clerk and County Clerk offices in Marshall, Texas. These public records include DWI arrest filings, criminal case documents, and court outcomes for all DWI charges handled in this East Texas county.

Harrison County District Clerk

The 71st and 134th District Courts in Harrison County handle all felony DWI cases. This includes third and higher DWI offenses, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter. Under Texas Penal Code Section 49.09, a third DWI is a third-degree felony with 2 to 10 years in prison. Intoxication manslaughter is a second-degree felony with 2 to 20 years.

The District Clerk is at 200 W. Houston Street in Marshall. You can reach the office at (903) 935-4855. Online record access is limited, so most requests go through in-person visits or mail. Documents cost $1.00 per page, and certified copies add $5.00. E-filing is available for attorneys. Records for all felony DWI convictions are kept permanently.

Harrison County Clerk - Misdemeanor DWI Records

The County Court at Law in Harrison County handles first and second DWI offenses. The County Clerk maintains these records at 200 W. Houston Street. A first DWI under Penal Code Section 49.04 is a Class B misdemeanor. A second DWI is Class A with a 30-day minimum jail requirement. Both are permanent records.

The County Clerk is at (903) 935-4850. Records available here include the charge, BAC if a chemical test was completed, the plea, sentence, and probation terms. Services are primarily in-person. You can request copies of records at the courthouse during business hours. Standard copy fees apply.

Marshall Police Department Records

DWI arrests within Marshall city limits are handled by the Marshall Police Department. The department is at 2101 E. Travis Street and the records line is (903) 935-2211. Arrest reports, incident reports, and related records can be requested online or in person. Reports cost $5.00. All report requests should be submitted in writing under the Texas Public Information Act.

Marshall police DWI reports include the officer's written narrative of the stop, observations of impairment, field sobriety test results, any PBT (portable breath test) data, and the arrest details. If a blood draw was performed, the chain of custody documentation will be in the file. Video from patrol cars and body cameras can be requested as a separate item and typically carries a fee for processing and media.

For DWI arrests in unincorporated Harrison County outside Marshall, contact the Harrison County Sheriff's Department. Texas DPS troopers also patrol the area, especially on Interstate 20 and US highways. Records from those agencies go to their respective offices.

Texas DWI Law and Harrison County Cases

All DWI enforcement in Harrison County follows Texas Penal Code Chapter 49. The county borders Louisiana, making it a common corridor for travel. DPS troopers frequently patrol I-20 and other major roads through the county. Officers must be trained and certified by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement to administer standardized field sobriety tests.

Harrison County DWI court records show the arresting agency, the specific charge and degree, any BAC measurements, bond conditions, all court settings, and the final outcome. Bond records frequently include ignition interlock requirements for repeat offenders. Probation records show completion of DWI education programs, community service hours, and victim impact panel attendance.

Crash records from DWI incidents are held by TxDOT. Officers must file crash reports within 10 days for accidents with injury, death, or over $1,000 in damage. Involved parties can buy copies for $6 or $8 for certified. These reports are separate from the criminal case file.

Note: A DWI arrest in Texas also starts a civil license suspension that runs independently of the criminal court case. See the ALR section below for details.

License Suspension After DWI Arrest

After a DWI arrest in Harrison County, the Texas DPS Administrative License Revocation process begins. The officer takes the driver's license and issues a 40-day temporary permit. The driver must request an ALR hearing within 15 days to delay or contest the suspension. Failing to request a hearing means the suspension takes effect automatically after the permit expires.

For a first-offense adult, the suspension is 90 days for failing a test or 180 days for refusal. These periods can double if there was a prior suspension within 10 years. The civil process runs on its own track and is not affected by the criminal case outcome. A $125 reinstatement fee must be paid to DPS after the suspension ends. Full rules are at Transportation Code Chapter 524.

Driving records can be ordered at dps.texas.gov online or by mail using Form DR-1. Online fees range from $4 to $22. Mail orders take up to three weeks.

Nearby Counties

Harrison County borders Louisiana and is surrounded by East Texas counties. Each has its own DWI court records.