DUI and DWI Records in Terrell County
Terrell County DWI and DUI records are maintained by the District Clerk and County Clerk in Sanderson, Texas. One of the most remote counties in Texas, Terrell County sits in the Trans-Pecos region along the US-Mexico border. DWI cases at all offense levels go through the Terrell County courthouse, with the 112th District Court handling felony matters.
Terrell County Overview
Terrell County District Clerk
The Terrell County District Clerk at 105 E. Hackberry Street in Sanderson handles felony DWI records for the county. Felony DWI includes third offense and above, intoxication assault under Texas Penal Code Section 49.07, and intoxication manslaughter under Section 49.08. The 112th District Court is a shared circuit court that serves Terrell and several neighboring Trans-Pecos counties. Court sessions in Sanderson are on a rotating schedule.
To request felony DWI case records, contact the District Clerk at (432) 345-2521. In-person requests and written mail requests are both accepted. Online case lookup is very limited for this county. Copy fees are $1.00 per page. Certified copies require an added fee. E-filing for attorneys is through eFileTexas.gov. Because of the county's small size, call ahead to confirm staffing and hours before visiting.
| Office | Terrell County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 105 E. Hackberry Street, Sanderson, TX 79848 |
| Phone | (432) 345-2521 |
| Website | co.terrell.tx.us/district-clerk |
Terrell County Clerk - Misdemeanor DWI Records
The Terrell County Clerk at 105 E. Hackberry Street maintains misdemeanor DWI case records. A first DWI is a Class B misdemeanor under Texas Penal Code Section 49.04, and a second DWI is a Class A misdemeanor under Section 49.09. Records include the charge, plea, fines, jail time, and probation terms. All DWI conviction records are kept permanently.
Contact the County Clerk at (432) 345-2522 to make a request. In-person service and written mail requests are accepted. Terrell County is one of the smallest and most remote counties in Texas, so staffing is limited. Always call ahead before visiting. Standard copy fees apply, with additional fees for certified copies.
Texas DPS Crime Records provides statewide DWI conviction data at dps.texas.gov. This covers Terrell County cases and serves as a useful resource when local access is difficult given the county's remote location.
| Office | Terrell County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 105 E. Hackberry Street, Sanderson, TX 79848 |
| Phone | (432) 345-2522 |
| Website | co.terrell.tx.us/county-clerk |
Terrell County Sheriff - Arrest Records
The Terrell County Sheriff's Office handles DWI arrests in the county. DWI enforcement in Terrell County is primarily on US 90, which runs through Sanderson and is a key route through the Big Bend area. Arrest reports are requested by written public information request to the Sheriff's records staff. Standard report fees are $5.00. Processing times vary.
For crash-related DWI incidents, the CR-3 peace officer crash report from TxDOT documents the collision. These are ordered through TxDOT's CRIS system at $6.00 standard or $8.00 certified. TxDOT covers impaired driving enforcement at txdot.gov. Texas DPS public information requests are submitted at dps.texas.gov.
Note: A booking record from the Sheriff does not show case outcome. Always request the court record from the District Clerk or County Clerk for the full picture.
Texas DWI Law and Terrell County Cases
Terrell County prosecutes DWI under Texas Penal Code Chapter 49. A first DWI at 0.08 BAC or higher is a Class B misdemeanor. A BAC of 0.15 or above on a first offense is a Class A misdemeanor. Third DWI is a third-degree felony. DWI with a child under 15 in the car is a state jail felony under Section 49.045.
Terrell County borders Mexico along the Rio Grande. US 90 runs through the county seat of Sanderson and is a major route for vehicle traffic in this part of Texas. DWI enforcement on this highway is handled by the Sheriff and Texas DPS troopers. The Texas courts system has information about the 112th District Court and its schedule for Terrell and nearby counties.
The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission at tabc.texas.gov regulates alcohol sales in Texas including in border counties like Terrell. TABC enforcement data is separate from county court DWI records but may be relevant when licensed establishments are involved in a DWI incident.
Driver License Suspension in Terrell County DWI Cases
A DWI arrest in Terrell County triggers the Texas Administrative License Revocation process through the Driver License Division. The officer takes the physical license at the time of arrest and gives a 40-day temporary permit. The driver must request a hearing within 15 days or the suspension takes effect automatically.
A failed chemical test at 0.08 or above means a 90-day suspension on a first offense. Refusing the test means 180 days. Prior ALR suspensions within 10 years double both periods. Transportation Code Chapter 524 governs the full ALR process. The ALR case and the criminal DWI case run on separate tracks. A $125 reinstatement fee must be paid to DPS after the suspension ends.
Driving records can be ordered online at dps.texas.gov. The fee ranges from $4 to $22. DPS does not process these requests by phone or at local offices.
Nearby Counties
Terrell County sits in a remote area of far West Texas near the Big Bend region. These neighboring counties have their own separate court systems for DWI records.