Refugio County Traffic Court Records
Refugio County traffic court records are maintained by the County Clerk in Refugio. You can search cases online through the statewide re:SearchTX portal or contact the courthouse for certified copies of citations, docket entries, and case dispositions for violations filed in this coastal South Texas county.
Refugio County Overview
Refugio County Clerk and Court Offices
Traffic violations in Refugio County go through the Justice of the Peace court. The JP court handles Class C misdemeanor traffic offenses, which carry fines but no jail time. Speeding, failure to yield, and routine moving violations all fall in this category. The courthouse and clerk's office are at 808 Commerce St. in Refugio.
The Refugio County Clerk, Ida Ramirez, maintains court records, official documents, marriage licenses, and land records. The mailing address is P.O. Box 704, Refugio, TX 78377. Phone is (361) 526-2233. Fax is (361) 526-1325. The clerk's office has a recorded document search available online with free registration. Document viewing requires a fee. The District Clerk maintains district court records for felony criminal and civil cases.
| County Clerk | Ida Ramirez |
|---|---|
| Address | 808 Commerce St., Refugio, TX 78377 |
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 704, Refugio, TX 78377 |
| Phone | (361) 526-2233 |
| Fax | (361) 526-1325 |
| Judicial District | 24th Judicial District |
Refugio County is a small coastal county in South Texas. US Highway 183 and State Highway 77 run through the county and are actively patrolled. Traffic stops on these routes generate citations handled by the JP court in Refugio.
Search Refugio County Traffic Records
The re:SearchTX portal covers Refugio County courts and is free. Search by party name or case number. Data refreshes nightly. Results show unofficial case index information. For certified copies, contact the County Clerk or District Clerk in Refugio.
The county clerk's recorded document search is available online with free registration. Full document viewing requires a fee. For traffic court records specifically, the JP court or County Clerk is the right contact. Texas.staterecords.org also provides some access to Refugio County genealogy and public records.
For in-person searches, go to the Refugio County Courthouse on Commerce Street. Bring photo ID. Standard copy fees apply. Written mail requests are accepted. The Texas Judicial Branch directory has current contact information for Refugio County courts.
Traffic Laws in Refugio County
All traffic violations in Refugio County fall under the Texas Transportation Code. Most citations are Class C misdemeanors. Chapter 542 sets general road rules. Chapter 543 governs citation procedures. Speed limits and moving violation rules come from Chapter 545.
Refugio County is in the 24th Judicial District. Felony traffic charges go to District Court. Standard moving 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 citations.
Dismissal Options for Refugio County Traffic Citations
Deferred disposition may be available for traffic defendants in Refugio County. You plead guilty or no contest, pay 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. Follow through on all court requirements.
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 Refugio County JP court clerk about your specific citation.
State Resources for Refugio County Drivers
The Texas DPS issues driver records. A certified record by mail costs $10 and takes 14 to 21 days. Online requests cost $12. Order your driving record early if you need it for a DSC request in Refugio County.
Use re:SearchTX to check Refugio County traffic cases online before contacting the clerk. The system is free and covers most Texas JP and county courts.
The DPS website has information on license reinstatement and surcharge programs that may affect Refugio County drivers with outstanding traffic violations.
Nearby Counties
Refugio County is in coastal South Texas. These counties border it. Check your ticket to confirm which county court has your case.