Erath County Traffic Court Records
Erath County traffic court records are filed with the County Clerk in Stephenville. Traffic violations in this North Central Texas county go through JP courts for offenses on county roads and state highways, and through municipal courts in Stephenville and Dublin for violations inside those city limits. This page explains how to search for traffic records and what to do when you receive a citation in Erath County.
Erath County Overview
Erath County Clerk Office
Gwinda Jones is the County Clerk for Erath County. The office is at 100 W Washington, Stephenville TX 76401. Phone: (254) 965-1482. The county website is at co.erath.tx.us. The clerk maintains court records, land records, vital records, and other county government documents. Land records are also available through TexasFile.
Erath County has multiple JP precincts serving Stephenville, Dublin, and Bluff Dale. Each precinct handles traffic cases for its area. The Stephenville Municipal Court and Dublin Municipal Court handle traffic violations issued within those city limits. Check your citation for the court name to confirm where your case is filed. If you are unsure, contact the County Clerk's office and they can help identify the right court.
| County Clerk | Gwinda Jones |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 W Washington, Stephenville, TX 76401 |
| Phone | (254) 965-1482 |
| County Website | co.erath.tx.us |
| Land Records | TexasFile |
| State Case Search | re:SearchTX |
How to Find Erath County Traffic Records
Begin with re:SearchTX. This free statewide portal covers all Texas counties including Erath. Search by name or case number to find traffic cases. It returns filing dates, court names, and case status. This is the best free first step before calling or visiting the courthouse in Stephenville.
For direct records requests, call the Erath County Clerk at (254) 965-1482 or visit the office in Stephenville. Written requests under the Texas Public Information Act require a response within 10 business days. Standard fees apply: $1 per page for copies and $5 for certified documents. Bring the defendant's name and approximate offense date.
Traffic Violations in Erath County
Traffic violations in Erath County fall under the Texas Transportation Code. Moving violations like speeding and failure to yield are Class C misdemeanors under Chapter 545. These carry fines plus mandatory state court costs. The total is always more than the base fine listed on your ticket.
Deferred disposition is available for most Class C violations. Enter a plea, pay the fee, and serve a probation period. Complete the period without another violation and the case is dismissed. No conviction on your record. Ask about this before or at your court date. Probation is typically 90 to 180 days.
The Driver Safety Course option is also available for eligible drivers. Take the approved 6-hour course within 90 days of court approval, submit the certificate and a certified DPS driving record, and the ticket is dismissed. Once per year. CDL holders and some violation types are not eligible. See TexasCourtHelp for details.
Online Tools for Erath County Cases
The re:SearchTX statewide portal is the primary free online resource for finding Erath County traffic court records without a visit to Stephenville.
Search Erath County traffic cases by name or case number on re:SearchTX before contacting the county clerk.
The TexasCourtHelp traffic page provides clear guidance on how to respond to a traffic ticket in Texas, including Erath County cases.
TexasCourtHelp explains your options after receiving a traffic citation in Erath County courts.
Cities in Erath County
Stephenville is the county seat and largest city in Erath County. Dublin and Bluff Dale are other communities. No cities here meet the population threshold for individual city pages. Traffic violations in Stephenville city limits are handled by the Stephenville Municipal Court.
Nearby Counties
Erath County is in North Central Texas. These counties share its borders.