Wichita Falls Traffic Court Records
Wichita Falls traffic court records are handled by the Wichita Falls Municipal Court in Wichita County. The court manages traffic citations, parking violations, and Class C misdemeanor cases. You can search and pay for citations online 24/7, or visit the court in person at 611 Bluff Street during business hours.
Wichita Falls Quick Facts
Wichita Falls Municipal Court
The Wichita Falls Municipal Court is located at 611 Bluff Street, Wichita Falls, TX 76301. The phone number is (940) 761-7880. Court hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Monetary transactions have a cutoff at 4:30 PM, so plan your in-person visit accordingly. The prosecutor's office can be reached by email at prosecutor@wichitafallstx.gov.
The court handles traffic citations, Class C misdemeanors, city ordinance violations, and parking citations. The online portal is available 24/7 for pre-approved transactions. If you pay in person by credit or debit card, you must present a valid photo ID and the cardholder must be present. American Express is not accepted. A convenience fee applies to card transactions.
| Department | Wichita Falls Municipal Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 611 Bluff Street, Wichita Falls, TX 76301 |
| Phone | (940) 761-7880 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (monetary transactions until 4:30 PM) |
| Prosecutor Email | prosecutor@wichitafallstx.gov |
| Website | wichitafallstx.gov/426/Municipal-Court |
| Online Payment | municipalonlinepayments.com/wichitafallstx |
You can also mail payment to Wichita Falls Municipal Court, 611 Bluff Street, Wichita Falls, TX 76301. Use a money order or cashier's check only for mail payments. Cash is not accepted by mail.
Search Wichita Falls Traffic Court Records
The online citation search portal is at municipalonlinepayments.com/wichitafallstx/court/search. You can search by citation number, driver's license number, vehicle information, or name. The portal shows case status, outstanding balances, and available options for your citation. It is available 24 hours a day for pre-approved transactions.
The statewide re:SearchTX portal from the Texas Office of Court Administration also lists Wichita Falls Municipal Court cases. It is refreshed nightly and covers all Texas courts. Search by name or case number. This is an unofficial view of case data, but it is useful for a broad search across the state.
For Wichita County cases involving more serious traffic charges, check the Wichita County district court records separately. DWI and other serious offenses move to the county level. Texas DPS at dps.texas.gov handles driving records and license status. Convictions from Wichita Falls Municipal Court get reported there after final judgment.
Wichita Falls Online Citation Payment
The Wichita Falls citation payment portal lets you search for your case and pay fines online anytime.
Search by citation number, driver's license number, name, or vehicle information. Review your options before selecting payment. The portal also shows driving safety course and deferred disposition eligibility if those options apply to your case.
Wichita Falls Traffic Citation Options
When you receive a traffic ticket in Wichita Falls, you have several ways to respond. The option you pick affects your driving record and what you pay. Look at each option before acting.
Paying the fine enters a conviction and gets reported to Texas DPS. Points may go on your record. If keeping your record clean matters, look at the other options first.
Deferred disposition lets you plead guilty or no contest and then serve a probation period. If you meet all requirements, the case is dismissed with no conviction. Request it before your appearance date.
The driving safety course (DSC) is an option for eligible violations. You must request it on or before your appearance date. You need a valid Texas non-commercial driver's license, not taken DSC in the last 12 months, and must not have been cited for speeding 25 mph or more over the limit, over 94 mph, no insurance, leaving the scene of a collision, passing a school bus, or violations in a construction zone with workers present. You plead guilty or no contest, pay $144 in court costs ($169 in a school zone), and complete the course within 90 days. You must also get a 3A certified copy of your Texas driving record from DPS and submit it with your completion certificate.
You can also plead not guilty and request a trial. Contact the court at (940) 761-7880 if you want to go this route. You have that right under Texas law.
Wichita Falls Traffic Warrants
If you miss your Wichita Falls court date or fail to pay a fine, the court can issue a warrant. Active warrants enter the regional system and can come up during any traffic stop or law enforcement contact across Texas. A warrant can also block your Texas driver's license renewal through the DPS Failure to Appear/Pay program.
Contact the court at (940) 761-7880 as soon as possible if you have or suspect an active warrant. The court may let you pay the fine or post a bond without being arrested on the spot, depending on the type of warrant. Do not wait -- fees and consequences grow over time.
Note: Additional late fees and court costs can be added on top of the original fine when a warrant is outstanding. The sooner you resolve it, the less you will owe.
Texas Traffic Laws That Apply in Wichita Falls
Wichita Falls traffic citations fall under the Texas Transportation Code. Chapter 542 sets out general provisions and definitions. Chapter 543 covers citation procedures and your legal rights. Chapter 545 covers rules of the road, including speed limits and lane regulations.
The city also enforces local ordinances through the municipal court, including parking and local traffic rules. If more than 31 days pass after a conviction without payment, a $15 time-payment reimbursement fee is added by state law.
The TexasCourtHelp traffic page explains the process in plain language. The Texas Judicial Branch has official forms and rules for all Texas courts.
Nearby Cities
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Wichita County Traffic Court Records
Wichita Falls is in Wichita County. County-level traffic cases and more serious charges go through the Wichita County court system. For county court resources, records, and contact information, visit the Wichita County page.