King County Traffic Court Records

King County traffic court records are filed through the county courthouse in Guthrie. King County is the smallest county by population in Texas, with fewer than 500 residents, and has very limited online infrastructure. All records requests must be made directly with the King County Clerk. For statewide case searches, the re:SearchTX portal is the best online tool for looking up any available traffic case information from King County.

King County Traffic Court Offices

Traffic citations in King County go to the Justice of the Peace court in Guthrie. JP courts handle Class C misdemeanor traffic violations, which are fine-only cases with no jail time. King County is part of the 50th Judicial District, which shares jurisdiction across multiple counties in this West Texas region.

Given its extremely small population, King County has minimal court infrastructure and very limited online presence. Direct contact with the county courthouse in Guthrie is the only reliable way to get case information. The Texas Association of Counties maintains directories that may help you find current contact information for King County offices.

Standard Texas fees apply for copies of court records. Plain copies cost $1.00 per page and certified copies cost $5.00 per document. Contact the clerk directly to confirm fees and availability before submitting a request.

Search King County Traffic Records Online

The statewide re:SearchTX portal provides free access to King County case index data from trial courts. Search by party name or case number. Data refreshes nightly. Results are unofficial copies. Very small and rural counties may have fewer records visible online, so direct contact with the King County Clerk is often necessary for a complete records search.

For records not available on re:SearchTX, contact the King County Clerk in Guthrie. Written public information requests under Texas Government Code Chapter 552 must be answered within 10 business days. Include the defendant's name, approximate offense date, and any case number you have.

Texas Traffic Laws in King County

Traffic violations in King County follow the Texas Transportation Code. Chapter 543 requires officers to use the uniform citation form statewide. Most violations on state roads in King County are Class C misdemeanors processed at the JP court level. US 83 passes through the area and sees Texas Highway Patrol enforcement.

Speed violations follow Transportation Code Section 545.351. Reckless driving under Section 545.401 is treated more seriously. The 50th Judicial District handles felony traffic cases in King County. The TexasCourtHelp.gov traffic page provides plain-language guidance on how to respond to a citation and what options you have.

King County Driver Safety Course Options

Eligible drivers who receive a citation in King County may request a Driver Safety Course (DSC) by their court date. You must plead guilty or no contest, pay required fees, show proof of insurance, and sign an affidavit that you have not taken a DSC in the past 12 months. Once approved, you have 90 days to complete an approved course and submit a certified driving record from Texas DPS to the court.

Order the certified driving record from Texas DPS online for $12 or by mail for $10 using Form DR-1. Mail to DPS, Attn: L:R, PO Box 149008, Austin, TX 78714-9008. Allow 14 to 21 days for processing by mail.

CDL holders are not eligible. Reckless driving, school bus, and work zone violations with workers present also disqualify you. Deferred disposition may be available in some cases. Ask the JP court clerk in Guthrie what options apply to your citation.

Statewide Tools for King County Records

The re:SearchTX statewide portal covers King County trial court records and is the primary free online resource for traffic case searches in this remote county.

Search King County traffic case indexes by name or case number at re:SearchTX at no charge.

The Texas DPS portal maintains driver records statewide, including traffic convictions from King County that affect your driving history.

Use Texas DPS to request your certified driving record or check your license status after a citation in King County.

King County Driver Records and DPS

Texas driver records are maintained by Texas DPS, not by the King County courts. For court records, contact the King County Clerk directly in Guthrie. For your full driving history, contact DPS. Vehicle registration records go through Texas DMV. The Texas Association of Counties may be able to help locate current contact information for King County offices.

Nearby Counties

King County is in West Texas in the Rolling Plains. Check the court name on your ticket to confirm which county filed your citation.