Reagan County Traffic Court Records
Reagan County traffic court records are maintained by the combined County and District Clerk's office in Big Lake. You can search cases online through the statewide re:SearchTX portal or TexasFile, or contact the courthouse for certified copies of citations, docket entries, and case dispositions for violations filed in this West Texas county.
Reagan County Overview
Reagan County Clerk and Court Offices
Reagan County uses a combined County and District Clerk's office. Tammy Hodge serves as both. The office maintains all court records, vital records, and official documents for the county. Traffic violations go through the Justice of the Peace court. The JP court, which is also listed at the same address, handles Class C misdemeanor traffic offenses and small claims.
Reagan County was created in 1903 from Tom Green County. It has about 3,135 residents and is a small oil-patch county in West Texas. The courthouse and clerk's office are at 300 North Plaza Avenue in Big Lake. The mailing address is P.O. Box 100, Big Lake, TX 76932.
| County and District Clerk | Tammy Hodge |
|---|---|
| Address | 300 North Plaza Avenue, Big Lake, TX 76932 |
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 100, Big Lake, TX 76932 |
| Phone | (325) 884-2442 |
| Fax | (325) 884-1503 |
| Judicial District | 112th Judicial District |
Records available from this office go back to 1903. TexasFile provides free search access to Reagan County records, with documents available from 1903 to present. The 112th District Court also serves Reagan County for felony criminal cases and major civil matters.
Search Reagan County Traffic Records
The re:SearchTX portal covers Reagan County courts and is free to use. Search by name or case number. Data refreshes nightly. Results are unofficial case index information. For certified copies, contact the clerk in Big Lake directly.
TexasFile at texasfile.com provides free search access to Reagan County Clerk records. You can view documents available from 1903 to present. This is useful for checking whether a specific traffic case or court record exists before contacting the clerk's office.
For expungement of Reagan County court records, a Petition for Expunction must be filed with the 112th District Court under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55. This typically requires qualified legal counsel. The court's Order of Expunction directs agencies to destroy the affected records.
Traffic Laws in Reagan County
All traffic violations in Reagan County fall under the Texas Transportation Code. Most citations are Class C misdemeanors. Chapter 542 covers the general rules of the road. Chapter 543 governs citation procedures. Chapter 545 sets speed limits and moving violation rules.
US Highway 67 runs through Reagan County. Traffic stops on that route and other state roads generate citations that go to the JP court in Big Lake. Reckless driving under Sec. 545.401 is more serious than a standard speeding ticket. Felony traffic charges go to the 112th District Court. Standard traffic violations stay in JP court.
Under Texas Government Code Chapter 552, public court records can be requested in writing. The county has 10 business days to respond. The TexasCourtHelp traffic page has guides on responding to Texas traffic citations.
Deferred Disposition and Driver Safety Course
Reagan County traffic defendants may be eligible for deferred disposition. You plead guilty or no contest, pay the fees, and the court defers judgment for 90 to 180 days. Stay violation-free and the case is dismissed. Miss the terms and a final conviction is entered.
The Driver Safety Course is another option. Request it before your court date. Pay required fees, complete an approved course within 90 days, and submit a certified DPS driving record to the court. CDL holders and those cited for reckless driving or passing a school bus cannot use DSC. Ask the Reagan County JP court clerk about eligibility for your specific citation.
State Resources for Reagan County Drivers
The Texas DPS handles driver records. A certified record by mail costs $10 and takes 14 to 21 days. Online requests cost $12. If you need your driving history for a DSC request in Reagan County, order it from DPS early. Mail requests go to DPS, Attn: L:R, PO Box 149008, Austin, TX 78714-9008.
The DPS site has information on license reinstatement and what to do if your license is suspended due to unpaid Reagan County traffic fines.
Use re:SearchTX to search for Reagan County traffic cases online before calling the clerk in Big Lake. The system is free and covers most Texas courts.
Nearby Counties
Reagan County is in West Texas. These counties are nearby. Check your ticket to confirm which county court has your case.