Lamb County DUI and DWI Records

Lamb County DUI and DWI records are kept by the District Clerk and County Clerk in Littlefield, Texas. Both offices are at the Lamb County Courthouse on 6th Street. DWI case filings, arrest records, and court outcomes are public under Texas law. If you need to search for a DWI case in Lamb County, the clerk's offices in Littlefield handle all requests and can help you find court documents, charges, and case status.

Lamb County District Clerk

The Lamb County District Clerk handles felony DWI records in the county. The 100th Judicial District Court, shared with other counties, hears felony criminal cases in Lamb County. Felony DWI includes third offense or higher, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter under Texas Penal Code Chapter 49. A third DWI is a third-degree felony. Intoxication assault is also a third-degree felony when serious bodily injury results. These cases are filed with the District Clerk and heard when the district judge is in session.

Online record access in Lamb County is limited. Most searches require an in-person visit or a written mail request. Documents cost $1.00 per page, and certified copies add a $5.00 fee. Call (806) 385-4222 before making the trip to Littlefield to confirm what you need to bring and whether the records are readily available. The courthouse is at 100 6th Street.

Lamb County Clerk - Misdemeanor DWI Records

The Lamb County Clerk at 100 6th Street maintains misdemeanor DWI records for the county. First and second DWI offenses are filed in the county court. A first offense under Texas Penal Code Section 49.04 is a Class B misdemeanor with a mandatory minimum 72-hour jail term. A second offense under Section 49.09 is a Class A misdemeanor with a minimum 30-day jail requirement. Records show the charge, plea, and sentence. Call (806) 385-4223 for information on a specific case or to find out what documents you can request.

Lamb County is in the Texas Panhandle south of Lubbock. Texas DPS troopers are active on U.S. Highway 84 and other roads through the county. Many DWI arrests here come from DPS rather than local police. For state trooper DWI arrests, records can be requested from the DPS Public Information Center rather than the county clerk. Court filings for those cases, however, are still with the county clerk once the DA files charges.

DWI Arrests and Records Access in Lamb County

DWI arrests in Lamb County come from the Lamb County Sheriff's Office, Littlefield Police Department, and Texas DPS troopers. The Littlefield PD handles city arrests while the Sheriff covers the rest of the county. DPS makes stops on state highways throughout Lamb County. For DPS arrest records, use the DPS Public Information Center. Requests can go to publicrecords@dps.texas.gov or by mail to the Austin DPS office.

The DPS Crime Records Service maintains statewide criminal history data. Because Lamb County agencies report to DPS, arrest records from all local agencies should appear in the state database. This is a useful starting point when online access through the county is limited. The database can confirm whether a DWI arrest was made, what charges were filed, and what the outcome was at the state level.

For DWI accident cases in Lamb County, the peace officer crash report (CR-3) is filed with TxDOT. Orders go through the CRIS system online. A standard copy costs $6 and a certified copy costs $8. Reports are retained for 10 years.

Texas DPS provides the most accessible online records source for DWI cases in Lamb County when local access is limited.

State DPS records help fill the gap when local online access at the Lamb County courthouse is not available.

Texas DWI Law in Lamb County

Lamb County follows Texas DWI law under Texas Penal Code Chapter 49. DWI is defined as operating a motor vehicle in a public place while intoxicated. Intoxication means either a BAC of 0.08 or above or the loss of normal use of mental or physical faculties by reason of the introduction of alcohol or a controlled substance. The Texas standard covers any drug, not just alcohol, and prosecutors can pursue a DWI charge without a breath or blood test if the evidence supports it.

A first DWI in Lamb County can already carry significant consequences. The minimum jail term is 72 hours, but judges often impose more. Fines go up to $2,000 for a first offense. A second offense brings fines up to $4,000. A third offense, now a felony, brings fines up to $10,000 plus prison time. Beyond fines and jail, DWI convictions in Lamb County result in court costs, probation supervision fees, and the expense of an ignition interlock device if ordered. The financial burden is significant even on a first offense.

Minors caught driving with any alcohol in their system in Lamb County are charged under Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code Chapter 106. A first minor DUI is a Class C misdemeanor. Repeated violations increase in severity and can result in longer license suspensions and mandatory alcohol education classes.

License Suspension After a Lamb County DWI

Any DWI arrest in Lamb County triggers the Administrative License Revocation process managed by the Texas DPS Driver License Division. The officer takes the physical license and issues a 40-day temporary permit. The driver must request an ALR hearing within 15 days. After 15 days, the right to a hearing is waived and the suspension takes effect on day 41. The ALR hearing is separate from the criminal case and is handled by the State Office of Administrative Hearings, not the county court in Littlefield.

Failing the chemical test on a first offense means 90 days suspended. Refusing means 180 days. Both penalties double for a driver with a prior ALR in the last 10 years. A $125 reinstatement fee is required after the suspension. During the suspension, an occupational license can be obtained through a court order for work, school, or essential needs. SR-22 insurance is required for the occupational license. The full legal framework is in Texas Transportation Code Chapter 524.

Order a certified driving record at dps.texas.gov. The Type 3A complete history is $10 online. Courts and attorneys need the certified version that shows all suspensions, violations, and current status.

Nearby Counties

Lamb County is on the Texas South Plains. DWI cases near the county line may be processed in a neighboring county depending on the location of the arrest.