Find Traffic Ticket Records in Floyd County

Floyd County traffic ticket records go through two JP precincts in Floydada, a small Panhandle county seat on the South Plains of Texas. This is a quiet, rural county, but traffic stops still happen regularly on the state highways and county roads. If you received a citation here, this page covers how to look it up, pay it, and what steps you can take to avoid a conviction on your driving record.

JP Courts in Floyd County

Floyd County has two JP precincts, both operating out of the Floydada area. Your citation will show which precinct court applies. If you're not sure which one has your case, call the county clerk at (806) 983-4922. They can point you to the right court and provide contact information so you can get case details or schedule a payment.

JP courts in Texas are the lowest-level courts but carry full authority over Class C misdemeanor traffic violations. These are the everyday traffic offenses most people deal with: speeding, failure to signal, improper lane use. Fines are determined by the judge, and state fees are added on top. Your total owed may be higher than what appears on the citation.

Looking Up Your Citation

Try the TOPICs Citation Search first. It covers most Texas JP courts and lets you search by name or citation number. Rural courts like those in Floyd County may not update the system as quickly as urban courts, so allow a few days after your stop before expecting results.

If you don't find your case online, call the clerk at (806) 983-4922. Court staff can confirm your case status and connect you with the right JP precinct. If you think there might be an old hold on your license, check at texasfailuretoappear.com. A hold means your renewal is blocked until you resolve the matter and pay the OMNI fee.

Paying a Traffic Fine

In person payment is the norm for Floyd County JP courts. They typically accept cash, check, or money order. Credit card payment may not be available at smaller rural precincts. Call first to confirm. Ask also whether mail-in payment is an option if coming in isn't convenient.

Be aware that paying the fine means pleading guilty. Under Article 27.14(c) of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, payment is legally a conviction. Texas DPS records it on your driving history. If you'd prefer to avoid that, consider deferred disposition or a defensive driving course instead of just paying.

Deferred Disposition

Deferred disposition under Article 45.051 is probably your best bet for keeping a violation off your record. The court holds your case, usually for 90 days, and then dismisses it if you don't get another ticket. You pay a fee and must ask before your trial date. The judge decides, and not every ticket will qualify. It's worth asking, especially for a first offense.

Defensive Driving Dismissal

The defensive driving route under Article 45.0511 is another option. To qualify, you must: request it before your court date, not have completed DSC in the past 12 months, not hold a CDL, and not have been going 25+ mph over the limit. You'll also need a certified Type 3A driving record from Texas DPS for $12. State-approved courses are listed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

After you complete the course, bring or send the certificate and your driving record to the court. The ticket gets dismissed. You won't have a conviction, and your record stays clean.

The Texas DPS driver license page is where Floyd County drivers can order records and check their license status before a court date.

State Resources

Texas statutes are at statutes.capitol.texas.gov. The Code of Criminal Procedure, including the deferred disposition and DSC rules, is at Chapter 45. The OMNI program rules are in Transportation Code Chapter 706. The state driver services page is at texas.gov/driver-services.

Driving records can be ordered at dps.texas.gov or by mailing Form DR-1 to Texas DPS, P.O. Box 149008, Austin, TX 78714-9008. Type 1 is $4.50, Type 2 is $6.50, and Type 3A is $12.

Nearby Counties

Floyd County sits on the Texas South Plains near Lubbock and the Panhandle region. Nearby counties include: