Search Trinity County DUI Records

Trinity County DUI and DWI records are held by the District Clerk and County Clerk in Groveton. DWI cases filed in Trinity County go through the local court, and all records from those cases are public. Whether you need a misdemeanor DWI record or information on a felony intoxication case, the clerks in Groveton are the first place to start.

Trinity County District Clerk

The Trinity County District Clerk handles felony DWI records in the county. Felony DWI offenses such as third or subsequent DWI, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter are prosecuted in the 411th District Court. This court covers Trinity County along with several neighboring counties in East Texas. Cases are filed and records are kept at the courthouse in Groveton.

Records at the District Clerk include indictments, motions, pleas, judgments, and sentencing orders. Standard copy fees are $1.00 per page. Certified copies add a $5.00 fee. You can request documents in person or by mail. E-filing through eFileTexas.gov is the required method for attorneys practicing in Texas district courts. Felony DWI records are kept permanently per Texas Penal Code Chapter 49 requirements.

Trinity County Clerk - Misdemeanor Records

Misdemeanor DWI cases in Trinity County are handled in the County Court and records are held by the County Clerk. A first DWI is Class B under Section 49.04, and a second is Class A under Section 49.09. Both carry jail time, fines, and mandatory license suspension through the DPS Administrative License Revocation program.

The County Clerk office is at the same courthouse location as the District Clerk. You can request misdemeanor DWI records in person or by mailing a written request with the case number or defendant name. Processing times are typically 3 to 5 business days. Standard copy fees apply.

Trinity County Sheriff Records

The Trinity County Sheriff's Office makes DWI arrests in the unincorporated parts of the county. Arrest and incident reports from those cases can be requested from the Sheriff's records division. A written request with identifying details is needed. Report fees are typically $5.00. Processing takes about 5 to 10 business days.

When a DWI arrest involves a crash, the peace officer crash report (CR-3) is filed with the Texas Department of Transportation. These records can be ordered through TxDOT's online CRIS system. The standard fee is $6.00 for a regular copy or $8.00 for a certified one. TxDOT holds these records for 10 years.

Texas DWI Law in Trinity County

Trinity County prosecutes DWI under Texas Penal Code Chapter 49. A first offense with a BAC under 0.15 is Class B. A BAC of 0.15 or higher on a first offense raises it to Class A. A second offense is always Class A. A third is a felony. DWI with a child under 15 in the vehicle is a state jail felony regardless of prior record.

After a DWI arrest anywhere in Trinity County, the Texas DPS starts the Administrative License Revocation process. The officer takes the physical license and gives a 40-day temporary permit. The driver must request a hearing within 15 days or the suspension is automatic. For adults on a first offense, refusing the chemical test means a 180-day suspension. Failing at 0.08 or above means 90 days. The process is governed by Transportation Code Chapter 524.

Driving records that show suspension history can be ordered from dps.texas.gov. The Type 3A certified complete history costs $10 online. It's the version most commonly needed in legal situations. Records are not available by phone or at driver license offices directly.

The Texas Penal Code Chapter 49 sets out the full framework for DWI offenses prosecuted in Trinity County courts.

Texas state records from DPS and the courts provide the most complete picture of a DWI case from Trinity County, covering both the criminal charge and any license action.

Nearby Counties

Trinity County borders several East Texas counties. DWI cases from those areas are handled by their respective courts.