Titus County DWI and DUI Records

Titus County DUI and DWI records are kept by the District Clerk and County Clerk in Mount Pleasant. Cases filed in Titus County go through the local court system, and records from those cases are available to the public. You can search for DWI filings, view charge details, and find case outcomes for both misdemeanor and felony offenses in the county.

Titus County District Clerk

The Titus County District Clerk handles all felony DWI records in the county. Felony DWI cases include a third or subsequent DWI offense, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter. All of these are prosecuted in the 76th District Court, which sits in Mount Pleasant. The clerk's office is at 100 W. First Street in the courthouse.

Records from the District Clerk include case filings, indictments, judgments, and all docket entries. Copy fees are $1.00 per page, and certified copies carry a $5.00 certification fee on top of that. E-filing through eFileTexas.gov is available for attorneys. Walk-in access is available during normal business hours, and written requests can be mailed in if you can't come in person.

Under Texas Penal Code Chapter 49, a third DWI is a third-degree felony. That means the District Clerk in Titus County will have those records on file permanently.

Titus County Clerk - Misdemeanor DWI

The Titus County Clerk at 100 W. First Street is the office to contact for misdemeanor DWI records. First and second DWI offenses are handled in the County Court at Law. A first DWI is a Class B misdemeanor under Section 49.04 of the Penal Code. A second offense is Class A. Both carry potential jail time, fines, and license suspension.

Misdemeanor records from the County Clerk include the charging document, plea entries, judgment, and any probation terms. These records are public and can be requested in person or by mail. The County Clerk can be reached at (903) 577-6792. Processing times for copy requests are typically a few business days. Standard copy fees apply.

Titus County Sheriff Records

The Titus County Sheriff handles DWI arrests in the unincorporated areas of the county. The Sheriff's office can provide incident reports and arrest records tied to DWI cases. These reports document what the officer saw, field sobriety test results, and the details of the stop. Report copies are typically $5.00.

The Texas Department of Public Safety also keeps records related to DWI arrests. The DPS Driver License Division manages the Administrative License Revocation process, which starts right after a DWI arrest. Drivers have 15 days to request a hearing or the suspension becomes final. This is a separate process from the criminal court case.

Note: Written requests to the Sheriff's office should include the case date, location, and names involved. Processing usually takes 5 to 10 business days.

Mount Pleasant Police Department

The Mount Pleasant Police Department handles DWI arrests within the city limits. MPPD records include incident reports, arrest details, and officer notes from the arrest. To request a report, contact the Records Division directly. Requests can be made in person or by mail.

DWI records from the police department are separate from court records. The police report documents the arrest itself. Court records at the District Clerk or County Clerk document what happened after the arrest, including charges, pleas, and outcomes. You may need both if you want a full picture of a case.

Crash reports from DWI-related accidents are maintained by the Texas Department of Transportation. These peace officer crash reports (CR-3) can be ordered online through TxDOT's CRIS system. The fee is $6.00 for a standard copy or $8.00 for a certified copy.

Texas DWI Law in Titus County

Titus County courts prosecute DWI cases under Texas Penal Code Chapter 49. A first DWI with a BAC under 0.15 is Class B. A BAC of 0.15 or higher at first offense bumps it to Class A. A second DWI is always Class A. The third offense is a felony. DWI with a child passenger under 15 years old is a state jail felony under Section 49.045.

Records from the District Clerk in Titus County show the charge level, filing date, and final outcome. Bond conditions often include ignition interlock requirements. The Texas Office of Court Administration maintains statewide case data that may also be useful for locating older or transferred cases.

Driving records can be ordered from dps.texas.gov. A Type 3A certified complete history costs $10 online and is often needed for legal or employment purposes. The Transportation Code Chapter 524 governs the ALR suspension process.

The Texas DPS Driver License Division is one of the key agencies involved after a DWI arrest in Titus County. The ALR suspension process runs parallel to the criminal case.

Texas DPS handles license suspensions statewide, including those tied to DWI arrests in Titus County. Reinstatement requires a $125 fee after the suspension period ends.

Nearby Counties

Titus County is in northeast Texas near several other counties. DWI cases from those counties are handled by their own courts.