Webb County DWI Records

Webb County DUI and DWI records are filed at the District Clerk and County Clerk offices in Laredo. You can search for DWI case records in person at the courthouse on Victoria Street or submit a written request to either clerk's office. Webb County includes the city of Laredo and handles all DUI-related criminal cases for the surrounding area along the Texas-Mexico border.

Webb County District Clerk

The District Clerk in Laredo maintains all felony criminal records for Webb County. Webb County has four district courts that handle felony DWI cases including third-offense DWI under Section 49.09, intoxication assault, and intoxication manslaughter. The District Clerk's office is located on Victoria Street in Laredo, which serves as the main court complex for the county.

Case records are searchable by defendant name or case number. Online access is limited for Webb County compared to larger urban counties. You may need to visit in person or submit a written request for specific records. Copy fees are $1.00 per page, and certified copies add a $5.00 fee. E-filing is available through eFileTexas.gov for attorneys.

Webb County Clerk - Misdemeanor DWI Records

The County Clerk at Suite 201 on Victoria Street handles misdemeanor DWI records. Webb County has a County Court at Law that processes Class A and B misdemeanor DWI cases. First offense DWI under Penal Code Section 49.04 is a Class B misdemeanor with up to 180 days in jail and a $2,000 fine. Second offense is a Class A misdemeanor with a 30-day mandatory minimum.

Records at the County Clerk's office are available in person. Call ahead to confirm hours and current fee schedule. The office handles a significant volume of cases given Laredo's population and its position as a major border crossing city. Bring identification when you visit, and be ready to pay the copy fee.

Laredo Police Department Records

The Laredo Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency for DWI arrests within the city. LPD maintains its own records division and accepts open records requests. Requests can be submitted online, by phone, or in person. Processing time is typically five to ten business days. Reports cost $5.00 or more depending on the type.

DWI arrest reports from LPD include the officer's narrative, field sobriety test notes, breath or blood test results, and documentation of the arrest circumstances. Video from police body cameras is also available in some cases. All Laredo officers must meet state certification standards under Occupations Code Chapter 1701 before administering field sobriety tests.

Laredo Municipal Court

The Laredo Municipal Court handles Class C misdemeanor alcohol offenses. This includes public intoxication under Section 49.02, minor in possession cases under Alcoholic Beverage Code Chapter 106, and open container violations. These offenses carry fines up to $500 but no jail time. Cases are disposed of at the municipal court level and do not go to county or district court unless appealed.

Online payment for tickets and case lookup are available through the Laredo Municipal Court website. Deferred disposition is an option for eligible cases. If you complete the deferral requirements, including no violations during the deferral period, the charge is dismissed. Minor in possession convictions require completion of an alcohol awareness program approved by the court.

DWI License Suspension in Webb County

Texas runs the Administrative License Revocation program through DPS under Transportation Code Chapter 524. After any DWI arrest in Laredo or Webb County, the arresting officer takes the driver's physical license and issues a 40-day temporary permit. The driver must request an ALR hearing within 15 days or lose the right to contest the suspension.

For a first refusal to take a chemical test, the suspension is 180 days. For a first failed test, it is 90 days. For drivers under 21, any detectable alcohol triggers a suspension under the zero tolerance law. After any suspension, a $125 reinstatement fee is required before DPS will restore driving privileges.

The ALR hearing is separate from the criminal case. It is a civil administrative hearing conducted by the State Office of Administrative Hearings. Even if the criminal DWI case is dismissed, the ALR suspension can still go into effect. This is because the two processes use different legal standards and address different issues.

DPS maintains driving records that include suspension history and DWI convictions. You can order your own record online at dps.texas.gov. A Type 3A certified complete driving history costs $10.

Note: Crash reports from DWI-related accidents in Webb County can be purchased through TxDOT's CRIS system for $6 to $8 per report.

DUI Records and Criminal History in Webb County

Texas law requires all DWI convictions to be kept as permanent records. This applies whether the charge was a Class B misdemeanor, Class A, or a felony. There is no automatic expiration. The only way a record comes off the books is through expunction, which Texas allows in limited circumstances such as cases that were dismissed or resulted in acquittal. Deferred adjudication that ended in dismissal may be eligible for non-disclosure, which limits but does not eliminate public access.

For criminal history beyond what the county clerks hold, the DPS Crime Records Division maintains the statewide database. It operates as the Texas State Control Terminal for criminal justice programs. You can submit a public information request to DPS at publicrecords@dps.texas.gov or by mail to their Austin office.

If you need to know whether a specific DWI charge shows on a person's criminal history, the most direct route is a name search at the relevant clerk's office. For Webb County, that means either the District Clerk or County Clerk depending on the charge level. Online access is limited for Webb County, so an in-person or mail request may be the most reliable method.

Cities in Webb County

Laredo is the county seat and largest city in Webb County. DWI cases from Laredo and surrounding communities go through Webb County courts.

Nearby Counties

Webb County borders several South Texas counties. Each maintains its own DWI records system.