Armstrong County Traffic Court Records

Armstrong County traffic court records are managed by the County and District Clerk in Claude, Texas. The office handles criminal, civil, and court records for this small Panhandle county. Search traffic cases through the statewide re:SearchTX portal or contact the clerk's office directly.

Armstrong County Clerk and District Court

Armstrong County uses a combined County and District Clerk's office. Tawnee Blodgett serves as the County and District Clerk. The office is located at 100 Trice Street, Claude, Texas 79019, with a mailing address of P.O. Box 309, Claude, TX 79019. Phone: (806) 553-2861. Fax: (806) 553-5981. Email: tawnee.blodgett@co.armstrong.tx.us.

Office hours run Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The office is closed on Fridays. It stays open through the lunch hour, unlike many smaller county offices. Jury cancellations are posted on the county website. Local administrative rules for district and county courts were updated in 2023.

The Armstrong County Courthouse is at 100 Trice Street, P.O. Box 189, Claude, Texas 79019, phone (806) 553-2860. Criminal cases, family matters, civil cases, and probate are all handled here. Armstrong is a small county in the Texas Panhandle, and the combined clerk's office serves all these courts.

Search Traffic Court Records in Armstrong County

Use re:SearchTX to search Armstrong County traffic court case indexes online. This statewide portal is free and covers all 254 Texas counties. It provides unofficial copies of case index data, updated nightly. For certified copies of specific documents, contact the Armstrong County Clerk directly at the number above.

In-person searches at the clerk's office in Claude are also an option. Bring the defendant's name, the approximate date of the citation, and any cause number you have. The clerk can search by name or cause number. Copy fees run about $1.00 per page. Certification adds an extra charge. Records requests submitted in writing under the Texas Public Information Act must receive a response within 10 business days.

Armstrong County is in the 47th Judicial District. The district court handles serious cases like felony DWI, intoxication manslaughter, and other felony traffic offenses. JP courts handle Class C misdemeanor traffic violations.

Armstrong County District Clerk Portal

The Armstrong County District Clerk page provides contact information, office hours, and information about court records and local administrative rules.

Use this page to get contact details, check office hours, and find information on how to request court records from the Armstrong County Clerk in Claude.

Traffic Laws in Armstrong County

Armstrong County is in the Texas Panhandle, mostly rural with state highways and farm roads. Texas traffic laws apply throughout the county under the Transportation Code. Chapter 545 governs speed limits, lane use, passing, and other rules of the road. Speed limits on state highways vary; Sec. 545.351 sets maximum speed requirements. Open highways in rural areas may have higher posted limits.

Citations in Armstrong County are written on the uniform form required by Transportation Code Chapter 543. Officers must keep records of all citations under Section 543.005. If you receive a ticket in Armstrong County, you need to respond by the appearance date on your citation. You can do so in person, by mail, or through an attorney. A phone call or email does not count as an appearance, per the guidelines at TexasCourtHelp.gov.

Deferred disposition and Driver Safety Course options may be available in Armstrong County JP courts. These allow dismissal of a citation under certain conditions. Ask the JP clerk whether you qualify. DSC is not available for CDL holders, reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident, or school bus passing violations.

Driver Records for Armstrong County Residents

Texas driving records are issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety, not the local courts. Your driving history, license status, and any suspensions are on file with DPS. Mail requests use form DR-1 or DR-36 and go to DPS, Attn: L:R, PO Box 149008, Austin, TX 78714-9008. A certified record costs $10 by mail and $12 online. Processing by mail takes 14 to 21 days.

Vehicle title and registration records are handled by the Texas DMV. For court-specific records in Armstrong County, contact the clerk's office or use re:SearchTX. The Texas Judicial Branch website has links to court resources and self-help information for defendants across the state.

Note: Texas e-filing is available through eFileTexas.gov for civil cases. E-filing is mandatory for attorneys in district and county courts across Texas, including those in Armstrong County.

Nearby Counties

Armstrong County is in the Texas Panhandle near Amarillo. These neighboring counties also maintain traffic court records.