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After a DWI arrest in Wichita Falls, Texas, your case will be handled through Wichita County courts. You have 15 days from the date you are served the notice of suspension (usually your arrest date) to request an ALR hearing to fight license suspension; if DPS mails the notice after a lab result, you have 20 days from the mailing date. First-offense DWI in Texas carries up to $2,000 in fines and up to 180 days in jail, though most first offenders receive probation.
DWI in Wichita Falls by the Numbers
Wichita Falls has a significant military presence. Service members facing DWI charges should be aware of both civilian court proceedings and potential UCMJ implications. Learn about Texas DWI penalties and the 15-day ALR deadline.
Notable areas: Sheppard Air Force Base, Oklahoma border proximity, Midwestern State University.
Wichita Falls Court Information
Wichita County Courts
Handles DWI criminal cases in Wichita County
Wichita Falls Municipal Court
May handle traffic-related matters
Wichita Falls Resources
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Arrested Near the Border?
Texas calls it DWI, Oklahoma calls it DUI. The penalties and processes are different. Make sure you're reading the right state's information.
Last updated: February 2026